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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.
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.
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.
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.