Phthorimaea absoluta Scorecard

Common Name:  Tomato leafminer

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Results

Impact Total:18 / 35Impact = ( Spread + Damage - Benefit )

Ability to Respond Total:20 / 25Ability to Respond = ( Ease of Response + Tools in Place )

Confidence:High

Confidence Notes:Tuta absoluta introduction is a major threat to tomato and other solanaceous crops. Research into this pest is ongoing.

Impact

SpreadNotesScore
Spread RateAll life stages can be found attached to all plant parts and can easily be transported long distances. 5
Spread AmountNative to South America, it has spread rapidly in areas of introduction including Europe, Africa, and the middle east. Feeds on tomato and other solanaceous crops. 5
DamageNotesScore
EcologicalIncreased insecticide usage could threaten environmental quality.1
AgriculturalCan reduce yields up to 100%. Introduction would trigger loss of markets for fresh fruit and plants. 5
Infrastructure0
CulturalTomatoes are one of the most popular home garden plants.2
Health0
BenefitNotesScore
Ecological0
Agricultural0
Infrastructure0
Cultural0
Health0
Total18

Ability to Respond

Ease of ResponseNotesScore
DetectionEggs are small and can be laid in hard to see locations. Pheromone-based trapping available.3
ControlPesticides applications are the most effective control method, biocontrol may reduce populations. 3
Tools in PlaceNotesScore
EntryCDFA A-rated pest. 5
ControlCDFA A-rated pest. 5
OutreachOutreach material available. 4
Total20