Oriental Fruit Moth Control in Peaches: Natural Program & Rate

Why it matters

Oriental fruit moth bores peach shoots early (flagging) and fruit later, a primary cause of wormy stone fruit.

At egg-hatch of each generation, timed with pheromone traps; before larvae bore into shoots or fruit.

Wilting, dying shoot tips ('flagging') with frass at the entry point in early season.
Small entry holes in fruit, often near the stem, with frass and internal tunnelling.
Pinkish-white larvae with a brown head inside shoots or fruit.

Apply Larva Control at egg-hatch with thorough coverage;
combine with sanitation of infested fruit.
Monitor early, treat at the right window above, and use cultural measures (sanitation, airflow/drainage or resistance/rotation as relevant).

Role	Product	Use
Primary control	Spore Control	Apply Larva Control at egg-hatch with thorough coverage;

Product claims, rates, and availability vary by jurisdiction; always follow the applicable label.

Frequently asked questions

What's the best natural control for oriental fruit moth in peaches?

Vegalab Larva Control, applied at the timing above with thorough coverage.

When should I treat?

At egg-hatch of each generation, timed with pheromone traps; before larvae bore into shoots or fruit.

Can it be used in IPM / low-residue programs?

Yes — it's a natural, low-residue product that fits IPM; follow the approved local label.

Is availability the same everywhere?

Claims and availability vary by jurisdiction — always follow the approved local label.