Selection of Predatory Mites for the Biological Control of Potato Tuber Moth in Stored Potatoes

Selection of Predatory Mites for the Biological Control of Potato Tuber Moth in Stored Potatoes

Worldwide, the potato tuber moth (PTM), <i>Phthorimaea operculella</i> (Zeller), is one of the most severe pests affecting potato (<i>Solanum tuberosum</i> L.), whether in open-air crops or during tuber storage. This work examines the potential control of this pest by two spe...

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Main Authors: Juan R. Gallego, Otto Caicedo, Manuel Gamez, Joaquin Hernandez, Tomas Cabello
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-03-01
Series:Insects
Subjects:
<i>phthorimaea operculella</i>
<i>blattisocius tarsalis</i>
<i>macrocheles robustulus</i>
prey acceptance
functional response
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4450/11/3/196

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