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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jun. 16, 1998
Filed:
Jul. 31, 1995
Gerhard Gries, Coquitlam., CA;
Keith N Slessor, Maple Ridge, CA;
Regine Gries, Coquitlam, CA;
Grigori Khaskin, Port Moody, CA;
Priyantha D Wimalaratne, Burnaby, CA;
Gary Grant, Sault Ste. Marie, CA;
Simon Fraser University, Burnaby, CA;
Abstract
This invention relates to novel methods and compositions for attracting and controlling the Douglas-fir tussock moth (DFTM). More specifically, this invention pertains to the use of novel pheromone combinations and methods to attract and control DFTM which is a major defoliator of Douglas-fir and other true firs. A composition for manipulating the behaviour of Douglas-fir tussock moths comprising: (a) Z6-heneicosen-11-one (Z6); and (b) one or more compounds from the group consisting of: (Z)6,(E)8-heneicosadien-11-one; (Z)6, (E) 9-heneicosadien-11-one; and (Z)6,(Z)9-heneicosadien-11-one.