Entomological Inspection

Entomology

Branch of Zoology which deals with the study of insects. Agricultural Entomology: Study of insects, which are related with the crops and stored commodities.

3 different classifications of pest infestation

1

Stored Grain Pest

Stored grain pests are insects that infest stored grains and cereals, causing damage and loss of quality and quantity.
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2

Wood Pest

Wood pests are insects or organisms that damage wood structures, causing decay, deterioration, and weakening of the wood.
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3

Perishable Commodity Pest

Insects or other organisms that infest and damage perishable commodities such as fruits, vegetables, grains, and other food products.
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Lab work

Entomologist will collect the sample/specimen for identification. Initially sample is collected, identification of pest through various method is done and labelling and preservation of the insect specimens under insect storage cabinet/box.

Visual Examination

Using illuminated magnifier to detect live insect infestation. Milled products are subject to sieving to detect insect infestation; flowers are initially tapped for identification of any insects. For vegetables cut open of infected region is done.

Microscopic Examination

Easy identification of insect pests using morphological characters is done using Magnoscope and Stereo-zoom microscope fitted with camera is used to capture the images of insect.

X-Ray Test

X-ray test is used for the detection of hidden infestation in seeds, internal damage by fruit/nut borers and also detection of budworms in un-opened cut flowers, internal infestation/ infection in bulbs and tubers.