Pessl Instruments Presents iSCOUT Popillia Add-on for Advanced Japanese Beetle Monitoring
21 March 2025, Austria: 19. 3. 2025, Pessl Instruments, a global leader in agricultural technology, is proud to introduce the iSCOUT® Popillia, a specialized add-on designed to enhance the capabilities of iSCOUT® Pheromone trap in combating the invasive Japanese beetle, Popillia japonica. The iSCOUT® Popillia is an innovative solution developed as part of the EU-funded IPM Popillia – Popillia japonica project, in collaboration with numerous private, public and research partners. This add-on features a unique green funnel design that can hold on the P. japonica double lure above the opening of an iSCOUT® Pheromone trap. Once attracted, the beetle falls into the trap and is efficiently retained by a slide mechanism and a sticky plate, preventing the insect from crawling out of the trap.
“Invasive species present a growing challenge to global agriculture, threatening food security, biodiversity, and farmers’ profits,”
begins Gottfried Pessl, CEO of Pessl Instruments.
“At Pessl Instruments, our mission is to equip farmers with cutting-edge solutions and innovative tools to combat these emerging threats. Being part of the project has confirmed the necessity of precise pest tracking, leading us to develop this add-on. Early detection will help mitigate the impact of such an invasive species in agriculture as the japanese beetle is.”
“During our research in Switzerland, Italy, France, and the Azore Islands, we saw firsthand how crucial it is to have a highly targeted monitoring tool for this particular beetle,”
added Victor Alfredo Zuniga Burgos.
“The iSCOUT® Popillia specialized design, featuring a secure funnel and slide mechanism, ensures that beetles are effectively trapped, providing precise and real-time data on pest activity. This level of precision is vital for early detection and timely intervention. Not only that, it helps protect crops and reduce the economic impact of infestation.”
Mr. Zuniga concluded.
Japanese beetles are a growing concern across Europe, causing significant damage to various crops and ecosystems. By integrating the iSCOUT® Popillia into pest management strategies, farmers can proactively monitor infestations, take time actions to mitigate risks, and help secure not only their crops, but the environment as well. Pessl Instruments invites farmers, agronomists, and researchers to integrate the iSCOUT® Popillia to their pest control strategies to stay ahead of the Popillia japonica threat.
AVAILABILITY
The iSCOUT® Popillia add-on is now available for purchase. For more information, contact us at orders@metos.at.
Additionally, for expert and public monitoring with modern mobile Apps including AI species identification directly on smartphones/devices, our colleagues from SPOTTERON currently offer national stakeholders a 1-year free test period of the complete app toolkit. For more information, please reach out to office@spotteron.net – they are happy to schedule an online meeting for a live demonstration.
Also Read: Soluble Fertilizer Industry Association Shares Sustainable Farming Success Story at CAC 2025
📢 Reach Farmers, Share Your Story, and Grow Your Brand!
Got news to share? A company story to highlight? Looking to launch an impactful advertising campaign? Connect with us at info@krishakjagat.org or nimishgangrade@krishakjagat.org and make your mark!
📢 Connect with 100+ Million Farmers! India’s leading farmers rely on Krishak Jagat’s Hindi website for trusted agriculture news, advisory and insights. Click here to explore!
