Successful control in the first recapture of the sweet potato weevil Cylas formicarius (Coleoptera: Brentidae) since its eradication from Kume Island, Japan

Key Points

• Control techniques in agriculture can effectively manage pests like sweet potato weevil, Cylas formicarius, after eradication efforts.
• Eradication from Kume Island shows that returning pest populations can be successfully managed with appropriate strategies.
• Assessment across Kume Island revealed the successful implementation of pest control measures, reducing damage to crops significantly.
• This work highlights the importance of continuous monitoring and management strategies to prevent re-infestation of controlled pests.