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Working group 3

Technical & Economic Impact Assessments

This group evaluates the technical performance and economic implications of wireworm management strategies.

It aims to provide evidence-based insights to guide sustainable and cost-effective pest control decisions.​​


Key goals​

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  • Assess the effectiveness of control measures under different conditions.

  • Analyses economic impacts on crop yield and farm profitability.

  • Support decision-making with cost-benefit evaluations and practical recommendations.

Description

 

This group focuses on the socio-economic aspects of wireworm management strategies and decision support systems (DSS).

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It examines how control measures affect farm economics, adoption behaviour, and sustainability, while also providing policy advice and fostering engagement with non-research stakeholders such as the processing industry, wholesalers, governments, and advisory services.

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Goals​

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Socio-Economic Analysis

  • Evaluate cost-benefit and economic viability of control measures and DSS

  • Understand farmer adoption patterns and barriers to implementation

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Policy Development & Advice

  • Provide evidence-based recommendations for agricultural policy and incentive schemes

  • Align strategies with sustainability and market requirements

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Stakeholder Engagement

  • Involve processing industry, wholesalers, and government bodies in discussions

  • Facilitate dialogue between researchers and practitioners to ensure practical relevance

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Integration with DSS

  • Assess how socio-economic factors influence DSS design and adoption

  • Recommend improvements to enhance usability and economic impact​​

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