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Title:

Reproductive Biology and survey and detection tools for Sirex Noctilio

Agreement Number:

GC-128440S

Agreement Value:

$90,000.00

Agreement Date:

Aug 12, 2015 - Aug 31, 2016

Description:

The purpose of this agreement is to examine the host and mate location behaviour of the woodwasp Sirex noctilio and attempt to develop an operational lure for use in survey and detection programs. This agreement has three objectives: a) to provide foundational science to help us understand the use of visual and olfactory signals and cues by forest insect pests; b) to provide management tools for the global invasive forest insect pest, Sirex noctilio; and, c) to strengthen and enhance the relationship between the Forestry and Agricultural Biotechnology Institute, University of Pretoria and the Canadian Forest Service. The funding for this agreement will be coming from external, non-federal sources.

Organization:

Natural Resources Canada

Location:

HATFIELD, ZA

Reference Number:

GC-2016-Q2-05942

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

Academia

Additional Information:

Grant or contribution awarded and spanning more than one fiscal year. Belated reporting of a grant or contribution award.

Recipient's Legal Name:

FORESTRY AND AGRICULTURAL BIOTECHNOLOGY INSTITUTE, UNIVERSITY OF PRETORIA

Program:

Class Contribution Program

Program Purpose:

To support research, development and promotion activities that will contribute to the achievement of the department's expected results and strategic outcomes as articulated in the MRRS and a supporting Performance Management Framework (PMF).