Factsheet DSS carrot fly Warwick model

The Carrot Fly forecast requires hourly soil temperatures at a depth of approximately 6 cm and hourly air temperatures. This model requires historic data to provide risk forecasts. At present, suitable historic data is only available for a limited number of locations; please select ‘Edit Parameters’ and select the most appropriate location. The start date for the model is 1st February , as this is often the coldest period in the year. The model predicts the timing of adult emergence and egg-laying throughout the year, enabling users to undertake targeted monitoring and/or mitigating actions to reduce the risk of damage to the crop. This DSS was developed by the University of Warwick (Warwick Crop Centre), England and adapted from work carried out in the UK. This model requires historic data to provide risk forecasts. At present, suitable historic data is only available for a limited number of locations.