Plant extracts have recently captivated scientists' attention as a potential source of biocide
for plant protection. This is due to the health and environmental risks associated with the …

The article presents the potential of botanicals in the management of Callosobruchus spp.,
the primary insect pest causing deterioration to a variety of stored legume grains. Different …

To date, several synthetic preservatives have been used for management of food losses
caused by insect and fungal pathogens, however, development of resistant races and …

Tribolium castaneum (herbst) is one of the most damaging insect pests of stored products.
The aim of this study is to assess the repellent effects of powders and essential oils (EOs) of …

Cowpea is an essential food legume in the tropics and particularly for sub-Saharan African
populations. Postharvest grain storage, however, is a major constraint for crop expansion …

Abstract Pulse beetle, Callosobruchus maculatus (Bruchidae: Coleoptera), commonly
known as Cowpea weevil or Cowpea seed beetle is a pest of stored grain that attacks …

The experiment was laid out in a 3x4 factorial experiment in randomized complete block
design with 3 treatments (chilli pepper extract at 200 l/ha, 250 l/ha and local control) at 3 …

The search for reducing risks associated with the use of chemicals has necessitated use of
pest control using plant products. Neem is perhaps one of the most useful medicinal plant in …

The cowpea weevil, Callosobruchus maculatus (F.)(Coleoptera: Bruchidae), is one of the
most serious pests of stored pulse seeds. The essential oils obtained from rosemary …

Among insect pests of stored legumes, Callosobruchus maculatus is ranked as the most
important with seed loss as high as 60-100% having been reported. Chemical control using …