Review Article

Unveiling the effectiveness of Beauveria Bassiana as a biocontrol agent against adult hoppers: A Review

Volume: 5 Number: 3 August 1, 2024
Sadia Tariq *
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Unveiling the effectiveness of Beauveria Bassiana as a biocontrol agent against adult hoppers: A Review

Abstract

This review explores the efficacy of Beauveria bassiana as a biocontrol agent targeting adult hoppers, crucial pests in agriculture. Beauveria bassiana, a fungal entomopathogen, shows promising potential due to its eco-friendly nature and specificity in targeting hoppers. Through a comprehensive analysis of existing literature, this review elucidates the mechanisms underlying its effectiveness, including infection dynamics, host specificity, and environmental factors influencing efficacy. Key findings highlight the significant impact of B. bassiana on hopper populations and its potential as a sustainable alternative to chemical pesticides. The synthesis of current knowledge aims to guide further research and application of B. bassiana in integrated pest management strategies.

Keywords

Beauveria bassiana, biocontrol agent, adult hoppers, entomopathogenic fungi, integrated pest management

Supporting Institution

CUVAS

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APA
Tariq, S. (2024). Unveiling the effectiveness of Beauveria Bassiana as a biocontrol agent against adult hoppers: A Review. Zeugma Biological Science, 5(3), 1-9. https://doi.org/10.55549/zbs.1476970
AMA
1.Tariq S. Unveiling the effectiveness of Beauveria Bassiana as a biocontrol agent against adult hoppers: A Review. zbs. 2024;5(3):1-9. doi:10.55549/zbs.1476970
Chicago
Tariq, Sadia. 2024. “Unveiling the Effectiveness of Beauveria Bassiana As a Biocontrol Agent Against Adult Hoppers: A Review”. Zeugma Biological Science 5 (3): 1-9. https://doi.org/10.55549/zbs.1476970.
EndNote
Tariq S (August 1, 2024) Unveiling the effectiveness of Beauveria Bassiana as a biocontrol agent against adult hoppers: A Review. Zeugma Biological Science 5 3 1–9.
IEEE
[1]S. Tariq, “Unveiling the effectiveness of Beauveria Bassiana as a biocontrol agent against adult hoppers: A Review”, zbs, vol. 5, no. 3, pp. 1–9, Aug. 2024, doi: 10.55549/zbs.1476970.
ISNAD
Tariq, Sadia. “Unveiling the Effectiveness of Beauveria Bassiana As a Biocontrol Agent Against Adult Hoppers: A Review”. Zeugma Biological Science 5/3 (August 1, 2024): 1-9. https://doi.org/10.55549/zbs.1476970.
JAMA
1.Tariq S. Unveiling the effectiveness of Beauveria Bassiana as a biocontrol agent against adult hoppers: A Review. zbs. 2024;5:1–9.
MLA
Tariq, Sadia. “Unveiling the Effectiveness of Beauveria Bassiana As a Biocontrol Agent Against Adult Hoppers: A Review”. Zeugma Biological Science, vol. 5, no. 3, Aug. 2024, pp. 1-9, doi:10.55549/zbs.1476970.
Vancouver
1.Sadia Tariq. Unveiling the effectiveness of Beauveria Bassiana as a biocontrol agent against adult hoppers: A Review. zbs. 2024 Aug. 1;5(3):1-9. doi:10.55549/zbs.1476970