defoliating moth

[healfdan]

Has anyone had any experience in controlling the oak processionary moth Thaumetopoea processionea which is fairly widespread and causing concern in the Greater London area.

[Matt Smith]

If you find a nest, report it and it will be destroyed.

Forest Research - Oak processionary moth - Thaumetopoea processionea

[healfdan]

Thanks for the link Matt. We are hoping to carry out staff training to deal with the problem manually, if the local common is affected next summer. I was hoping someone could shed some light on the issues involved and who might provide a training session for our team.