The False Codling Moth ( FCM ) , also known as Thaumatotibia leucotreta , is a pest , which is present on more than 70 host plants craw like roses , citrus , peppers ( Capsicum spp . ) , maize etc . making it a challenge to master it . FCM is an economically important pest for roses as it stimulate crop damage and is categorized as a quarantine pest by the European Union ( EU ) . The Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Services , the Kenya Flower Council and the Netherlands Government therefore join exploit to stop this pest .
Economic impact of FCM interceptionsIn the league elbow room of a hotel in Naivasha , the distinguishable anticipation could be seen on the faces of the participant in the way . Over 200 participant from the floriculture sphere were gathered for a preparation on the False Codling Moth ( FCM ) . The large turnout underscore the importance of addressing the terror of FCM .
Already several arise growers have incurred fiscal loss due interceptions in the EU of their green groceries . These interception have led to an increase in checks from 5 % to 10 % on import inspections into the EU . These checks affect all Kenyan rose exporter . An integrated approach by the floriculture sphere in dealing with the challenge of FCM is therefore crucial .
Trainings on identification of FCMThe first part of the training include KEPHIS inspector and picket from some farm in Nairobi . This was followed by a workshop for roseate agriculturalist in Naivasha where companies shared the access and intersection they are using to control FCM . During the Naivasha Hortifair , growers and granger had a fortune to interact with the experts on FCM .
The experts from the Netherlands gave elaborate information on how to distinguish the moth during the various education . For more selective information on the moth and designation see this articleon the EPPO ( intergovernmental administration creditworthy for cooperation in works health within the Euro - Mediterranean neighborhood ) internet site . The training was a success thanks to the interaction and cooperation between the private sphere and government activity institutions . The sector players agreed on working together to moderate the spread of this pest . The education presentations can be found by clicking the liaison at the bottom of this clause .
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