Improving Natural Enemy Selection in Biological Control through Greater Attention to Chemical Ecology and Host-Associated Differentiation of Target Arthropod Pests

Host-associated differentiation (HAD) refers to cases in which genetically distinct populations of a species (e.g., herbivores or natural enemies) preferentially reproduce or feed on different host species. In agroecosystems, HAD often results in unique strains or biotypes of pest species, each atta...

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Main Authors: Morgan N. Thompson, Raul F. Medina, Anjel M. Helms, Julio S. Bernal
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-02-01
Series:Insects
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4450/13/2/160