Journal of Pest Science,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
97(1), P. 323 - 333
Published: June 14, 2023
Abstract
The
generalist
predator
Nesidiocoris
tenuis
,
an
effective
biological
control
agent
of
numerous
pests
the
tomato
crops,
can
also
trigger
plant
defence
mechanisms
(direct
and
indirect)
due
to
its
phytophagous
behaviour.
In
southern
Europe,
is
frequently
released
in
greenhouses
invasive
pest
Tuta
absoluta
sometimes
combined
with
another
biocontrol
agent,
egg
parasitoid
Trichogramma
achaeae
.
this
study,
using
olfactometer
bioassays,
we
showed
that
modification
volatile
chemical
profile
induced
by
feeding
activity
mirid
made
plants
more
attractive
T.
achaeae,
both
absence
presence
eggs
or
larvae.
This
result
was
discussed
relation
difference
observed
among
profiles
organic
compounds
punctured
N.
without
combination
infestation.
We
found
a
few
(
e.g.
β
-pinene
myrcene)
could
play
role
foraging
behaviour
scenario
Overall,
our
data
support
emerging
idea
ecological
addition
predatory
activity,
making
crops
resilient
against
attack
pests,
including
absoluta.
Journal of Applied Entomology,
Journal Year:
2020,
Volume and Issue:
144(5), P. 364 - 372
Published: Jan. 27, 2020
Abstract
Augmentative
biological
control
(ABC)
is
crucial
for
the
integrated
pest
management
(IPM)
of
greenhouse
pests.
The
proper
calculation
natural
enemy:pest
release
ratio
(NEPRR)
stands
out
among
various
challenges
ABC.
Often,
most
NEPRR
calculations
only
take
into
account
predation/parasitism
efficiency
enemies,
while
disregarding
population
growth
capacity,
structure
and/or
economic
thresholds.
In
a
model
system
consisting
Trichogramma
pretiosum
Riley
parasitizing
eggs
Tuta
absoluta
(Meyrick)
on
tomatoes,
we
investigated
whether
stage‐structured
Lefkovitch
matrix
could
be
used
to
determine
suitable
NEPRRs.
results
suggested
that
these
models
can
potentially
provide
more
precise
and
realistic
predictions
NEPRRs
since
they
differential
over
time
as
response
enemy
action.
also
allow
us
choose
an
adaptable
based
parameters
such
period
grower
wishes
keep
below
threshold.
IntechOpen eBooks,
Journal Year:
2020,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Aug. 21, 2020
The
South
American
tomato
pinworm
or
leaf
miner
(TLM),
Tuta
absoluta
(Meyrick)
(Lepidoptera:
Gelechiidae),
is
a
serious
invasive
and
destructive
insect
pest
of
(Solanum
lycopersicum
L.)
worldwide.
moth
can
cause
100%
damage
in
crop
both
greenhouses
open
fields
if
control
measures
are
not
carried
out.
Due
to
the
high
reproduction
potential,
dispersal
ability,
tolerance
environmental
conditions,
TLM
invaded
most
tomato-producing
countries
Europe,
Africa,
Asia.
originated
America
was
first
introduced
Spain
2006
from
where
it
spread
other
part
world.
This
chapter
consolidates
rich
literature
on
with
emphasis
invasion
history,
economic
significance,
possible
management
options
adopted
Plants,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
12(8), P. 1658 - 1658
Published: April 15, 2023
Volatile
compounds
play
indispensable
roles
in
the
interactions
among
host
plants,
herbivores
and
natural
enemies.
Previous
studies
showed
that
addition
of
buckwheat
strips
cotton
fields
could
attract
Peristenus
spretus,
dominant
parasitoid
Apolygus
lucorum,
enhance
its
parasitic
activity.
Through
combined
analysis
Y-tube
olfactometer,
solid-phase
microextraction
(SPME),
gas
chromatography-mass
spectrometer
(GC-MS)
electroantennography
(EAG),
we
found
male
female
P.
spretus
responded
to
present
flowers.
The
five
major
components
flowers,
cis-3-hexenyl
acetate
(Z3HA),
4-methylanisole,
4-oxoisophorone,
p-methylphenol
2-ethylhexyl
salicylate,
all
had
a
significant
attraction
adults
led
positive
electroantennogram
responses,
especially
for
10
mg/mL
indicating
played
key
role
selection
behavior
Additionally,
field
trials
volatiles
significantly
increase
parasitism
by
spretus.
Our
study
screened
active
flower
have
an
attractive
effect
on
revealing
behavioral
mechanism
emphasizing
important
plant
wasps,
providing
theoretical
basis
development
attractants
reduction
pesticides
promote
conservation
biological
control
(CBC)
A.
lucorum.
Journal of Pest Science,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
97(1), P. 323 - 333
Published: June 14, 2023
Abstract
The
generalist
predator
Nesidiocoris
tenuis
,
an
effective
biological
control
agent
of
numerous
pests
the
tomato
crops,
can
also
trigger
plant
defence
mechanisms
(direct
and
indirect)
due
to
its
phytophagous
behaviour.
In
southern
Europe,
is
frequently
released
in
greenhouses
invasive
pest
Tuta
absoluta
sometimes
combined
with
another
biocontrol
agent,
egg
parasitoid
Trichogramma
achaeae
.
this
study,
using
olfactometer
bioassays,
we
showed
that
modification
volatile
chemical
profile
induced
by
feeding
activity
mirid
made
plants
more
attractive
T.
achaeae,
both
absence
presence
eggs
or
larvae.
This
result
was
discussed
relation
difference
observed
among
profiles
organic
compounds
punctured
N.
without
combination
infestation.
We
found
a
few
(
e.g.
β
-pinene
myrcene)
could
play
role
foraging
behaviour
scenario
Overall,
our
data
support
emerging
idea
ecological
addition
predatory
activity,
making
crops
resilient
against
attack
pests,
including
absoluta.
