1. Arizona State University, School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences, Tempe, AZ 85287-1804, United States;2. University of Bordeaux, INRIA Bordeaux Sud Ouest EPI Anubis, 3 Place de la Victoire 33000 Bordeaux, France
Abstract:
In this article we present a model of insect infestation of grape vines and consider the optimal control of the pest through egg population removal. Existence and uniqueness of solutions are proved.