| Literature DB >> 27436737 |
Salvador Herrero1, Yolanda Bel1, Patricia Hernández-Martínez1, Juan Ferré2.
Abstract
Bioinsecticides based on Bacillus thuringiensis have long been used as an alternative to synthetic insecticides to control insect pests. In this review, we focus on insects of the genus Spodoptera, including relevant polyphagous species that are primary and secondary pests of many crops, and how B. thuringiensis toxins can be used for Spodoptera spp. pest management. We summarize the main findings related to susceptibility, midgut binding specificity, mechanisms of response and resistance of this insect genus to B. thuringiensis toxins.Entities:
Mesh:
Substances:
Year: 2016 PMID: 27436737 DOI: 10.1016/j.cois.2016.04.006
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Curr Opin Insect Sci Impact factor: 5.186