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              CTU and other storage yards are often illuminated by a number of high light pylons/towers (see figure 6.1). These are normally fitted with gas discharge lamps. Due to the height of the towers and the area that they illuminate the lights are generally “bright” and therefore can attract insect and other pests from  from some distance.

Figure 6.1 Lighting tower

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2.2.3       Frequent in-the-field inspection is the most reliable means to detect insect problems and time control efforts. Unfortunately, regular monitoring is too time-consuming for many landscape managers. Field workers may not know when or where to look for vulnerable life stages or may not recognize them when encountered. Pests Pests such as the holly leafminer, honeylocust plant bug, and potato leafhopper feed in advance of any recognizable damage. Pheromone traps are available for monitoring certain insects (e.g., clearwing borers) but require time and expertise to use effectively.

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