A5035786223- Insect Pest Control Strategies
- Insect Resistance and Genetics
- Entomopathogenic Microorganisms in Pest Control
- Agriculture, Plant Science, Crop Management
- Agricultural Practices and Plant Genetics
- Nematode management and characterization studies
- Insect-Plant Interactions and Control
- Agricultural pest management studies
- Genetic and Environmental Crop Studies
Rwanda Agriculture Board
2021-2025
Abstract The fall armyworm ( Spodoptera frugiperda , Lepidoptera: Noctuidae), which is native to the Americas, has recently invaded Africa and Asia. There, it become a major pest of maize Zea mays ). variety methods used assess feeding damage caused by its caterpillars makes difficult compare studies. In this paper, we aim at determining leaf rating scales for are most consistently purposes, might provide possibilities statistical analyses, would be an acceptable compromise between detail...
The fall armyworm (FAW), Spodoptera frugiperda Smith (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) can cause tremendous yield losses in maize. Its invasion into Africa and Asia has dramatically increased the use of insecticides maize agro-ecosystems. Safe, effective readily available alternatives are urgently needed. Entomopathogenic nematodes (EPN) represent a promising sustainable option to control caterpillars on Commonly used against soil insect pests, EPN also be applied above-ground pests if formulated...
Abstract The recent invasion of the fall armyworm (FAW), a voracious pest, into Africa and Asia has resulted in unprecedented increases insecticide applications, especially maize cultivation. health environmental hazards posed by these chemicals have prompted call for alternative control practices. Entomopathogenic nematodes are highly lethal to FAWs, but their application aboveground been challenging. In this study, we report on season-long field trials with an innocuous biodegradable gel...
The fall armyworm (FAW), Spodoptera frugiperda Smith (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) is an important pest of maize originating from the Americas. It recently invaded Africa and Asia, where it causes severe yield losses to maize. To fight this pest, tremendous quantities synthetic insecticides are being used. As a safe sustainable alternative, we explore possibility control FAW with entomopathogenic nematodes (EPN). We tested in laboratory whether local EPNs, isolated invasive range FAW, as...
The tomato leaf miner Phthorimaea (syn. Tuta) absoluta Meyrick (Lepidoptera: Gelechiidae) is invasive in many agricultural regions. Its larvae feed inside mines or fruits and are difficult to reach with plant protection products. In contrast, entomopathogenic nematodes (EPNs) highly virulent can search for larvae. challenge formulate EPNs remain protected on a sprayed surface until they enter the mines. We tested 11 formulations, including 2 oils, 4 gels thickeners, surfactants, UV...
1. Abstract The fall armyworm (FAW), Spodoptera frugiperda (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) can cause tremendous yield losses in maize. Its invasion into Africa and Asia has led to an enormous influx of insecticides maize agro-ecosystems. Safe, effective readily available alternatives are desperately needed. Entomopathogenic nematodes (EPN) commonly used against soil insect pests, but also control some above-ground pests. We explored the possibility FAW by incorporating EPN a formulation that be...