If you're uncertain about the answers to any of these questions, an insect trapping program may be for you. Trapping will take time Many pesticide users are skeptical about changing their past pest management practices. They're right when they say that using traps to monitor insect pests takes time and effort. You'll not only need to set up traps in the proper locations, but you'll also need to check them, identify the insects captured, keep records of what you find, and know how to interpret the results. Traps often target adult stages of pests.
Trapping is a useful timing tool.
It helps indicate the best possible time to spray for maximum effectiveness. Traps are at work 24 hours a day. Even if you scout for insects each day, you won't see nocturnal insects that may be damaging your plants. Traps can indicate problem areas, or hot spots, requiring corrective action or spot treatments without having to treat all of your plants. Trapping may help you reduce your use of pesticides.