Global food security is threatened by insect pests of economically important crops. Chemical
pesticides have been used frequently for the last few decades to manage insect pests …

Simple Summary The whitefly, Bemisia tabaci, is considered one of the most destructive
insect pests of vegetables and ornamental crops globally. Synthetic chemical pesticides are …

Definition Entomopathogenic fungi are a special group of soil-dwelling microorganisms that
infects and kills insects and other arthropods through cuticle penetration. They are currently …

Insect pest management has been dominated by the use of synthetic pesticides since its
discovery. This has continued for decades until the publication of Rachel Carson's 'Silent …

Insect pests represent a major threat to human health and agricultural production. With a
current over‐dependence on chemical insecticides in the control of insect pests, leading to …

Entomopathogenic fungi (EPF) can be established as endophytes in the host plants to offer
a long-term preventive measure for pests and diseases. This practice serves as a better …

Background 'The fall armyworm, Spodoptera frugiperda', represents a significant threat to
maize production, a major staple crop in Asian countries. Methods In pursuit of more …

Insects, ticks, and mites represent a threat to animal health globally, mainly due to their role
as vectors of pathogens. Among the most important diseases, those transmitted by …

Insect pests are serious threats to agriculture, forestry, and human health because they
damage crops and trees and spread diseases. Chemical insecticides control insect pests …

Entomopathogenic fungi, with its cosmopolitan existence and rich diversity, present a
sustainable solution towards integrated pest management programs. These …