Developing a biocontrol system for the diamondback moth, Plutella xylostella L. (Lepidoptera: Plutellidae), using entomopathogenic fungi

The diamondback moth (DBM), Plutella xylostella L. (Lepidoptera: Plutellidae), is the most important global pest of Brassica crops. It is now prevalent wherever Brassicas are grown and costs the agricultural industry US$ 4-5 billion annually. Traditionally, DBM is controlled by the use of insecticid...

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Main Author: Perry, Declan Joseph
Published: University of Warwick 2017
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Online Access:https://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.742258