Integrated Management of <i>Aphis craccivora</i> in Cowpea Using Intercropping and Entomopathogenic Fungi under Field Conditions

Integrated Management of <i>Aphis craccivora</i> in Cowpea Using Intercropping and Entomopathogenic Fungi under Field Conditions

Cowpea aphid, <i>Aphis craccivora</i>, is a major cowpea pest. Cowpea–cereal intercrop alone does not effectively manage the pest. Use of pesticides in intercrop leads to health and environmental risks. Fungal-based biopesticides offer a better option because they are environment- and co...

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Main Authors: Allan Mweke, Komivi Senyo Akutse, Christian Ulrichs, Komi Kouma Mokpokpo Fiaboe, Nguya Kalemba Maniania, Sunday Ekesi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-05-01
Series:Journal of Fungi
Subjects:
cowpea aphid
Metarhizium anisopliae
yield
Duduthrin
biopesticide
damage
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2309-608X/6/2/60

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