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Title: MICROBIAL CONTROL OF INSECT PESTS OF CORN

Author
item Lewis, Leslie
item Bruck, Denny
item JACKSON, JAN - PIONEER HI-BRED INTERN.

Submitted to: Field Manual of Techniques in Invertebrate Pathology
Publication Type: Book / Chapter
Publication Acceptance Date: 6/1/2006
Publication Date: 6/1/2007
Citation: Lewis, L.C., Bruck, D.J., Jackson, J.J. 2007. Microbial control of insect pests of corn. In: Lacey, L.A., Kaya, H.K., editors. Field Manual of Techniques in Invertebrate Pathology. Norwell, MA: Kluwer Academic Publishers. p. 375-392.

Interpretive Summary:

Technical Abstract: Insect pathogens are an alternative to chemical insecticides in an integrated pest management program. This chapter gives details on how to employ insect pathogens to manage insect pests of corn. Techniques for selection, formulation, application, and efficacy evaluation are given for viruses, microsporida, bacteria, and fungi. This information is instrumental to organic growers, extension personnel, and other researchers.