Entomopathogenic microorganisms: their role in insect pest management
Abstract Background Entomopathogens are pathogenic to insect pests. Several types of naturally occurring, viz. fungus, bacteria, viruses, and nematodes, infect a range of insect pests and help manage crop growth. They offer several advantages over chemical pesticides, including being precise, safe,...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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SpringerOpen
2021-09-01
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Series: | Egyptian Journal of Biological Pest Control |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s41938-021-00466-7 |