Sericulture, the practice of silkworm cultivation to produce silk, has been around for thousands of years and is even a part of cultural significance in Asia. But, the changes in climate change have created so many problems due to physical and physiological factors that are affec...
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Research Article10.9734/ijecc/2024/v14i74317
Surveys were conducted across three districts of Kerala, namely Thiruvananthapuram, Thrissur and Wayanad, to document the insect pests and natural enemies associated with gerbera (Gerbera jamesonii H. Bolus) cultivars. The major pests identified were aphids (Macrosiphum euphorbia...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2025/v28i21980
Sujatha G. S., Katta Subramanya Sai Teja, Gadde Anil Kumar, Parikshit Uchai, Hema A. P., Mamatha M., Ramya R & Dharanikota Lalithambica Devi·European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety·2024
This study looks at the potential of insects as a sustainable food and feed source in light of the challenges posed by an increasing global population and environmental impacts from conventional livestock farming. It points out that different species of insects are rich in protei...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2024/v16i81517
Gerbera is an important ornamental flower crop grown worldwide, significantly contributing to the national economy. In India, it serves as a major source of livelihood for both rural and urban flower industries. However, the yield of Gerbera is severely affected by sucking pests,...
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Research Article10.9734/jsrr/2025/v31i42948
In recent years, semiochemical-based pest management strategies have gained significant attention as they offer sustainable alternatives to conventional pesticides. Integrating semiochemicals into pest management strategies presents innovative approaches to addressing agricultura...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2024/v27i91357