Baseline susceptibility of an A1 quarantine pest - the South American tomato pinworm (Lepidoptera: Gelechiidae) to insecticides: past incidents and future probabilities in line to implementing successful pest management.

Tomato is a widely cultivated crop significant for its economic and nutritional benefits. The South American tomato pinworm, , originated in Peru South America and has invaded many nations, causing up to 100% yield loss in tomatoes. The pest was classified as a quarantine pest by the European Plant Protection Organization, before invading the Spain region.