Testing automated traps for noctuid species in commercial grass fields

Our program is testing commercial traps (https://trapview.com/) to capture flight activity of few noctuid species that can cause economic damage in grass crops grown for seed production. Above is the picture of a trap set up in a tall fescue field. These traps are fully automated,  self-cleaning units with a funnel housing a pheromone lure to attract male moths.  These traps provide a real time information on insect capture and weather data via a smart phone friendly app.

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