Methyl Benzoate Is Superior to Other Natural Fumigants for Controlling the Indian Meal Moth (<i>Plodia interpunctella</i>)
The Indian meal moth, <i>Plodia interpunctella</i> (Hübner) (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae), is an insect pest that commonly affects stored and postharvest agricultural products. For the control of insect pests and mites, methyl benzoate (MBe) is lethal as a fumigant and also causes contact tox...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2020-12-01
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Series: | Insects |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4450/12/1/23 |