Integration of klerat rodenticide into the IPM program for rodent control in sugarcane : SRDC final report BS78S
Author | Story, PG |
Date Accessioned | 2012-11-13 |
Date Available | 2012-11-13 |
Issued | 1995 |
Identifier | http://hdl.handle.net/11079/764 |
Abstract | The second-generation antocoagulant rodenticde Klerat (0.005% w/w brodifacoum) was evaluated for inclusion in the integrated pest management (IPM) program for rodent control in Queensland sugarcane. IPM for Rattus sordidus is sugarcane relies on habitat manipulation techniques such as in-crop weed control and revegetation of noncrop refuges and requires the application of an efficacious rodenticide if high population densities are predicted. The commencement of the rodent breeding cycle was identified as the optimum rodenticide application time. The combined effect of time of baiting and in-crop weed control was evaluated. While bait applications in weed control can reduce R. sordidus populations, successful crop damage reduction will only be achieved by widespread adoption of IPM strategies that minimise rodent invasion of crops as well as reducing breeding. |
Language | en |
Publisher | BSES |
Part of Series | BSES Internal Report; 1995 No 754 Report SD95009 |
Subject | Rattus Sordidus |
Subject | Rats |
Subject | Rodent control |
Subject | Integrated pest management |
Subject | Klerat |
Title | Integration of klerat rodenticide into the IPM program for rodent control in sugarcane : SRDC final report BS78S |
Files in this item
This item appears in the following Collection(s)
-
Pest, disease and weed management [181]
Research outcomes: A comprehensive RD&E program that addresses existing and emerging pests, diseases and weeds, allowing sugarcane growers to manage their crops efficiently with minimal environmental impacts. An enhanced industry capacity to deal with incursions of exotic pests, diseases and weeds.