What are Phenology Models and how can they be used in codling moth management programs?
Phenology models and their uses are explained in detail at the University of California, Davis (USA) website: http://www.ipm.ucdavis.edu/WEATHER/ddconcepts.html#Phenology. Phenology models are generally used to better time insecticide applications, thus improving control and reducing inappropriate use of chemical controls. As monitoring becomes a more important component of intensive IPM programs, phenology models are used to help schedule these activities (reducing control decision errors because of incorrectly timed samples) and reducing monitoring costs.
