Project
Developing IPM programs for naranjilla (Solanum quitoence) in Ecuador
Details
Project Code:
Not Available
Start Date:
1999
End Date:
2004
CRSP Phase:
Phase 2
Budget:
Not Available
Countries:
Ecuador
Participants
Lead University:
Ohio State University
Other Partners:
INIAP-E.E. Santa Catalina
Principal Investigator(s):
None
Co-Principal Investigator(s):
L. Shiki, J. Viteri, J. Ochoa (INIAP-E.E. Santa Catalina);R.Williams, Mike Ellis (The Ohio State University/OARDC)
Overview
This project focused on determining the efficacy of current integrated pest management methods for control of important pests and diseases in the main naranjilla varieties in Paolora-Ecuador. Naranjilla (Solanum quitoense) is highly susceptible to naranjilla vascular wilt, root knot nematode, late blight, and antrachnose.
Objectives
Determine the efficacy of current IPM methods for control of important pests and diseases in the main naranjilla varieties in Palora-Ecuador.
Outcomes
The economic importance of both Naranjilla Vascular Wilt (NVW) and the naranjilla fruit borer were clearly established. Control methods for NVW were also developed from these studies. Control methods for the fruit borer still needs to be developed. Results will be useful for professionals working with naranjilla technology transfer in the Amazon area.
