Perspectives on the Use of EPG in Electronic Monitoring of Phytophagous True Bugs

In this concluding chapter, we discuss the value of EPG in electronic monitoring of all activities of phytophagous true bugs. Although the majority of studies have concentrated on feeding behavior, EPG is a tool with the potential to reveal details of any activity that generates an electrical connection between the bug and the plant, which expands its application. We also explore how EPG may help to interpret and predict plant damage based on the waveforms produced, focusing on host plants, feeding sites, and duration of feeding. Finally, we consider how information generated using the EPG can enhance strategies/tactics of integrated pest management (IPM) programs.