Insect detection and counting constitute a considerable challenge in the field of agriculture.
However, among various biotic issues of agricultural production, pest infestation is a major …

Glycine max (L) soybean (Merr) is the world's most widely produced and consumed oilseed.
Since its establishment in Brazilian fields, the sweetpotato whitefly Bemisia tabaci …

The corn leafhopper Dalbulus maidis (Hemiptera: Cicadellidae) is one of the main pests in
corn crops causing yield reductions of up to 70%. Dalbulus maidis primarily damages corn …

The cashew (Anacardium occidentale) is a fruit tree grown in tropical regions producing the
nut most consumed worldwide. The brown moth Anacampsis phytomiella (Lepidoptera …

The optimization of the sampling scheme is particularly important in order to achieve
sustainability in quality management. This paper discusses the problem of optimizing the …

Frankliniella schultzei (Trybom) is a serious pest of melon crops and is commonly found in
the main producing areas of melon in Brazil (North and Northeast regions). This pest causes …

Abstract The Hindustan citrus mite, Schizotetranychus hindustanicus (Acari: Tetranychidae),
is an invasive pest in South America and constitutes a threat to Brazilian citriculture. This …

Soil-borne fungal pathogens pose an increasing challenge to melon cultivation globally. The
demand for reduced agrochemical use in melon farming, driven by limitations on chemical …

The common blossom thrips, Frankliniella schultzei (Thysanoptera: Thripidae)(Trybom), is
an important pest of melons (Cucumis melo). This species is found on all continents, but …

Hydrogenated cardanol derivatives were evaluated as potentially active
insecticides/repellent agents against insect pests such as Liriomyza sativae (Diptera …