Pheromone Trap Monitoring
Target Pests (7)
| Common Name | Scientific Name | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Meal Moth | Plodia interpunctella | Stored Product Pests |
| Mediterranean Flour Moth | Ephestia kuehniella | Stored Product Pests |
| Cigarette Beetle | Lasioderma serricorne | Stored Product Pests |
| Drugstore Beetle | Stegobium paniceum | Stored Product Pests |
| Confused Flour Beetle | Tribolium confusum | Stored Product Pests |
| Red Flour Beetle | Tribolium castaneum | Stored Product Pests |
| Rice Weevil | Sitophilus oryzae | Stored Product Pests |
Application Method
Install species-specific pheromone traps in food storage areas, warehouses, pantries, and other locations where stored product pests are concern. Each trap uses synthetic sex pheromone lure specific to target species to attract male insects to sticky glue board. Place traps away from infested products initially to monitor for presence - typically 1 trap per 1000-2000 sq ft. Once infestation confirmed, move traps closer to suspected source areas to pinpoint location. Check traps weekly and count catches by species. Replace lures every 6-8 weeks as pheromone degrades. Replace glue boards when surface covered or monthly. Graph trap catches over time to identify infestation trends, seasonal patterns, and effectiveness of sanitation and treatment efforts. Critical tool for food facilities to demonstrate pest monitoring for HACCP and third-party audits.
Timing
Install before product arrival in warehouses or as soon as facility opens. For existing accounts, install during initial inspection.
Frequency
Check traps weekly in active season, bi-weekly during low season. Replace lures every 6-8 weeks. Replace glue boards monthly or when covered. Maintain year-round monitoring.
Preparation Required
Identify target pest species to select appropriate pheromone lures. Create facility map for trap placement. Number traps and prepare catch record forms. Calculate number of traps needed based on facility size.
Follow-up Required
Count and identify catches by species. Record data on standardized forms. Graph trends over time. Use catch data to pinpoint infestation sources. Combine monitoring with sanitation, product rotation, and targeted treatments. Provide reports to customer for audit compliance.
Safety Precautions
- Keep traps away from food contact surfaces
- Do not place in areas with strong competing odors
- Place out of reach of children
- Wear gloves when handling used boards with insects
- Do not over-trap - can deplete pheromone effectiveness