Can Entomopathogenic Nematodes and Their Symbiotic Bacteria Suppress Fruit Fly Pests? A Review

Fruit flies (Diptera: Tephritidae) are serious pests that affect fruit production and marketing. Both third instar larvae and pupae are biological stages that persist in the soil until adult emergence. Entomopathogenic nematodes (ENs) are biological control agents that are used to control agricultur...

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Main Authors: Jorge Toledo, Brenda M. Morán-Aceves, Jorge E. Ibarra, Pablo Liedo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-06-01
Series:Microorganisms
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2607/11/7/1682