Washington Blueberry Virus
March 18, 2025
Trapping is a helpful tool to track adult populations from year to year and over the course of the season. However, they are inadequate for determining field damage or risk. If trapping, keep the following in mind:
Consistency is more important than specific trap design or bait used.Check traps once per week for presence of SWD. There are many options out there, the best solution is the one you can stick with.
Check for larvae in samples of marketable fruit collected from the highest risk areas of the field (field edges near border habitats) and from most susceptible location within the plant (the shaded interior of bush where SWD are protected from the elements).
Put fruit in a gallon size resealable plastic bag.
Pour in enough of a salt water solution to allow the fruit to float
Analyze collected fruit samples.
For more information on the standard SWD management practices or further assistance in managing swd in your fields please reach out to NW berry foundation.
At NBF, our team specialize in SWD monitoring and implementing Integrated Pest Management Strategies. We can support you by assessing your farm’s SWD risk through hand monitoring of susceptible fruits multiple times each week, from ripening to harvest. Additionally, also share real-time field data with 3rd party guidance and management advice.
For a free quote, or more information on the standard SWD management practices or further assistance in managing SWD in your fields please complete the contact form below.
Address: 1100 NE 28th, STE 204,
Portland OR 97232
Phone: (503) 285-0908
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