Risk and Toxicity Assessment of a Potential Natural Insecticide, Methyl Benzoate, in Honey Bees (<i>Apis mellifera</i> L.)
Methyl benzoate (MB) is a component of bee semiochemicals. Recent discovery of insecticidal activity of MB against insect pests provides a potential alternative to chemical insecticides. The aim of this study was to examine any potential adverse impact of MB on honey bees. By using two different met...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2019-11-01
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| Series: | Insects |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4450/10/11/382 |