Approaches in Pest Management of Stored Grain Pests

Abstract

A large number of insect pests are associated with stored grains which are directly related to geographical and climatic conditions. Rusty grain beetles, weevils, and lesser grain borer all develop initially inside the kernel. The spread and distribution of stored product pests are facilitated by movement of grains from one area to another and by flight of insect pests as some of the adult insects are strong fliers. Secondary pests generally feed on grain that is going out of condition or damaged. Damaged grain kernels have exposed endosperm that is accessible food for stored grain pest and fungi. White shouldered-house moth, brown house moth, almond moth, mediterranean flour moth, Indian meal moth, meal moth, european grain moth, clothes moths. Integrated Pest Management involves understanding interactions between stored product environment and insects associated with stored products, and replacing all or most of the chemical applications with cost-effective non-chemical alternatives.