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Factsheets on crop recommendations for managing SWD
Additional factsheets and handouts on SWD
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2019 SWD Summit

Crop Recommendations for Managing SWD

Please note that insecticide registrations and restrictions will vary by crop.

Managing Spotted Wing Drosophila in Michigan Cherry

Published on June 1, 2020
Managing SWD is challenging because populations can grow rapidly under warm summer conditions, especially after rain events. Frequent rain events will require shorter spray intervals. High heat conditions will make some pesticides less effective.
Management Recommendations for Spotted Wing Drosophila in Organic Berry Crops

Published on May 1, 2018
Spotted wing drosophila (SWD) is an important insect pest of berry crops, including blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, strawberries, and cherries. SWD is native to Asia and was first detected in the mainland United States in California in 2008.
Integrated Strategies for Management of Spotted Wing Drosophila in Organic Small Fruit Production

Published on December 13, 2016
Cultural, biological and chemical control of spotted wing Drosophila in organic small fruit crops.
SWD Management Recommendations for Michigan Blueberry (English)

Published on June 1, 2015
The spotted wing drosophila (SWD) is an invasive pest of berries, stone fruit, grapes, and some pome fruit crops. It is native to Asia but was detected in North America for the first time in California during 2008.
SWD Management Recommendations for Michigan Blueberry (Spanish)

Published on June 1, 2015
La Drosófila de las alas manchadas (Drosophila suzukii Marsumura) (SWD) es una plaga invasora que ataca las frutillas (berries), las uvas, las frutas de hueso y algunas pomaceas.
Spotted Wing Drosophila Management Recommendations for Michigan Raspberry and Blackberry Growers

Published on August 1, 2013
The spotted wing Drosophila (SWD) is an invasive pest of berries, stone fruit, grapes, and some other fruit crops. It is native to Asia but was first detected in North America in California during 2008.
2011 ORGANIC BLUEBERRY INSECT MANAGEMENT PROGRAM INCORPORATING SWD CONTROL

Published on May 1, 2011
The detection of spotted wing Drosophila (SWD) in Michigan last year highlights the changing nature of pest management and the need to remain aware and prepared for new challenges.

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Additional Factsheets and Handouts

SPOTTED WING DROSOPHILA MANAGEMENT IN HOME FRUIT PLANTINGS

Published on June 1, 2020
Spotted wing drosophila (SWD), Drosophila suzukii, is a relatively recent and serious pest of wild and cultivated berries (e.g. strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries) and cherries.
Spotted Wing Drosophila Biology and Identification

Published on June 1, 2020
Spotted wing drosophila (SWD), Drosophila suzukii, is an invasive pest that attacks a wide range of soft, thin skinned fruit crops, as well as many wild host plants. SWD is native to Asia and was first discovered in California raspberries in 2008.
National Pest Alert: Spotted Wing Drosophila

Published on July 1, 2019
The Spotted Wing Drosophila (SWD), Drosophila suzukii, is a small vinegar fly that damages many fruit crops.
A Filter Method for Improved Monitoring of Drosophila suzukii (Diptera: Drosophilidae) Larvae in Fruit

Published on July 1, 2017
Drosophila suzukii Matsumura (Diptera: Drosophilidae) has become a major economic pest of soft-skinned fruits since it was detected in North America in 2008.
Spotted Wing Drosophila: A New Invasive Pest of Michigan Fruit Crops

Published on November 6, 2015
The Spotted Wing Drosophila (SWD) is a small vinegar fly with the potential to damage many fruit crops.
Noncrop Host Plants of Spotted Wing Drosophila in North America

Published on April 1, 2015
Spotted wing Drosophila (SWD), Drosophila suzukii, is an invasive fly that lays eggs in ripening and ripe berries, and stone fruits.
Sampling berries for spotted wing drosophila larvae

Published on June 20, 2013
This document describes the different methods for sampling berries for spotted wing drosophila.
Building a spotted wing drosophila trap

Published on June 1, 2013
This document goes over the details of how to make a spotted drosophila trap.
Spotted Wing Drosophila Identification Guide

Published on June 1, 2013
With practice, identifying spotted wing drosophila (Drosophila suzukii) is possible using a hand lens in the field. For the novice, this will take some practice but it is achievable after seeing a few traps with spotted wing drosophila (SWD) captures.