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IPPC APP Field Survey Guidance: Thaumatotibia leucotreta
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Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
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This survey guidance provides easy-to-follow guidelines for technical personnel of national plant protection organizations (NPPOs) to survey for Thaumatotibia leucotreta, a major plant pest commonly known as False codling moth. This survey guidance provides a protocol to aid in the monitoring, detection, sample collection and identification of Thaumatotibia leucotreta, ensuring effective phytosanitary decision-making to manage pest risk and protect trade in plants and plant products. This document also provides visuals and guidance on recommenced pest trapping.