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View article: A simplified system for the detection of antennal responses to host-borne volatile organic compounds in sand flies
A simplified system for the detection of antennal responses to host-borne volatile organic compounds in sand flies Open
View article: Olfactory Responses of Frankliniella occidentalis and Orius similis to Volatiles from Houttuynia cordata: Implications for Thrip Management
Olfactory Responses of Frankliniella occidentalis and Orius similis to Volatiles from Houttuynia cordata: Implications for Thrip Management Open
Thrips can be attracted or repelled by volatiles from different host plant species. Houttuynia cordata is a common plant species with a strong, offensive smell, and few pests have been detected on this plant. Here, the olfactory responses …
View article: Efficacy of attapulgite, applied alone or in combination with oregano oil, against the granary weevil, Sitophilus granarius (L.), on three grains
Efficacy of attapulgite, applied alone or in combination with oregano oil, against the granary weevil, Sitophilus granarius (L.), on three grains Open
The use of inert materials have been proposed as viable alternatives of traditional neurotoxic insecticides and fumigants. In this work, we examined the insecticidal effect of attapulgite, applied alone or in combination with oregano essen…
View article: Volatile organic compounds released by chitosan formulations present diverse chemical composition and produce differential effects on postharvest pathogens
Volatile organic compounds released by chitosan formulations present diverse chemical composition and produce differential effects on postharvest pathogens Open
View article: Correction to: Botanical products for managing Philaenus spumarius, vector of Xylella fastidiosa subspecies pauca
Correction to: Botanical products for managing Philaenus spumarius, vector of Xylella fastidiosa subspecies pauca Open
View article: Phlebotomus perniciosus response to volatile organic compounds of dogs and humans
Phlebotomus perniciosus response to volatile organic compounds of dogs and humans Open
The olfactory response of insect vectors such as phlebotomine sand flies is a key facet for investigating their interactions with vertebrate hosts and associated vector-borne pathogens. Such studies are mainly performed by assessing the el…
View article: Targeting Xylella fastidiosa: Sustainable management of Philaenus spumarius using carlina oxide
Targeting Xylella fastidiosa: Sustainable management of Philaenus spumarius using carlina oxide Open
Xylella fastidiosa Wells, a bacterial plant pathogen, represents a threat to many crops all around the word. Unfortunately, no effective treatments are available to reduce the infection and, to date, the most promising strategy relies on c…
View article: Olfactory Response of Sitophilus zeamais Adults to Odours of Semolina Pasta and Semolina Pasta Enriched with Different Amounts of Acheta domesticus Powder
Olfactory Response of Sitophilus zeamais Adults to Odours of Semolina Pasta and Semolina Pasta Enriched with Different Amounts of Acheta domesticus Powder Open
The behavioural response of adult maize weevil, Sitophilus zeamais, to different types of semolina pasta enriched or not enriched with increasing proportions (5%, 10%, and 15%) of house cricket (Acheta domesticus) powder was investigated i…
View article: CAN THE RETURN TO THE NATURAL CONDITIONS OF IN VIVO PARASITIZATION INCREASE THE INFECTIVITY PERFORMANCE OF EPNS?
CAN THE RETURN TO THE NATURAL CONDITIONS OF IN VIVO PARASITIZATION INCREASE THE INFECTIVITY PERFORMANCE OF EPNS? Open
Experiments are in progress in Apulian asparagus fields for the control of Parahypopta caestrum (Hübner) (Lepidoptera, Cossidae) with microbial control agents (MCAs), mainly entomopathogenic nematodes and fungi.Different bioassays were car…
View article: Inhibitory activity of some short‐chain aliphatic aldehydes on pheromone and ammonium carbonate‐mediated attraction in olive fruit fly, <scp><i>Bactrocera oleae</i></scp>
Inhibitory activity of some short‐chain aliphatic aldehydes on pheromone and ammonium carbonate‐mediated attraction in olive fruit fly, <span><i>Bactrocera oleae</i></span> Open
BACKGROUND The olive fruit fly (OFF), Bactrocera oleae (Rossi), is the main insect pest of olive trees worldwide. Legislation limits to the use of some synthetic larvicidal insecticides is leading to the development of new control options …
View article: Identification of the Sex Pheromone of the Asparagus Moth, Parahypopta Caestrum (Lepidoptera, Cossidae)
Identification of the Sex Pheromone of the Asparagus Moth, Parahypopta Caestrum (Lepidoptera, Cossidae) Open
View article: Smelly interactions: host-borne volatile organic compounds triggering behavioural responses in mosquitoes, sand flies, and ticks
Smelly interactions: host-borne volatile organic compounds triggering behavioural responses in mosquitoes, sand flies, and ticks Open
View article: Olfactory Preferences of Sitophilus zeamais to Cereal- and Legume-Based Pasta
Olfactory Preferences of Sitophilus zeamais to Cereal- and Legume-Based Pasta Open
We compared the attractiveness of five commercially available Italian macaroni pastas of different shapes (penne, casarecce, and fusilli) made from cereals and/or legumes [100% Triticum durum; 100% Cicer arietinum; 100% Lens esculenta; 50%…
View article: Susceptibility of old and modern wheat genotypes to Sitophilus granarius (L.) and Rhyzopertha dominica (F.)
Susceptibility of old and modern wheat genotypes to Sitophilus granarius (L.) and Rhyzopertha dominica (F.) Open
The granary weevil, Sitophilus granarius (L.), and the lesser grain borer, Rhyzopertha dominica (F.), are among the major primary pests of stored cereals worldwide. The development of resistant wheat varieties to insect attacks during post…
View article: Climate and landscape composition explain agronomic practices, pesticide use and grape yield in vineyards across Italy
Climate and landscape composition explain agronomic practices, pesticide use and grape yield in vineyards across Italy Open
View article: Population development of<scp><i>Rhyzopertha dominica</i></scp>(F.) (Coleoptera: Bostrichidae) on different stored products
Population development of<span><i>Rhyzopertha dominica</i></span>(F.) (Coleoptera: Bostrichidae) on different stored products Open
The lesser grain borer, Rhyzopertha dominica , is an important pest of various stored products around the world. In this study, the development, survival, reproduction, and life table parameters of R. dominica were investigated on six stor…
View article: Are Basic Substances a Key to Sustainable Pest and Disease Management in Agriculture? An Open Field Perspective
Are Basic Substances a Key to Sustainable Pest and Disease Management in Agriculture? An Open Field Perspective Open
Pathogens and pests constantly challenge food security and safety worldwide. The use of plant protection products to manage them raises concerns related to human health, the environment, and economic costs. Basic substances are active, non…
View article: Acceptance and utilization efficiency of a purple durum wheat genotype by Sitophilus granarius (L.)
Acceptance and utilization efficiency of a purple durum wheat genotype by Sitophilus granarius (L.) Open
The granary weevil ( Sitophilus granarius L.) is a major primary pest of stored cereals throughout the world. Among the major classes of plant secondary metabolites, flavonoids can affect insect feeding behaviour and their growth rate. In …
View article: Intruding into a conversation: how behavioral manipulation could support management of Xylella fastidiosa and its insect vectors
Intruding into a conversation: how behavioral manipulation could support management of Xylella fastidiosa and its insect vectors Open
View article: Attraction of Sitophilus oryzae (L.) (Coleoptera: Curculionidae) to the semiochemical volatiles of stored rice materials
Attraction of Sitophilus oryzae (L.) (Coleoptera: Curculionidae) to the semiochemical volatiles of stored rice materials Open
View article: Acceptance and utilization efficiency of a purple durum wheat genotype by Sitophilus granarius (L.)
Acceptance and utilization efficiency of a purple durum wheat genotype by Sitophilus granarius (L.) Open
The granary weevil, Sitophilus granarius (Coleoptera, Curculionide) is one of the most damaging primary pest of stored cereals worldwide. Flavonoids are a major class of secondary plant metabolites which modulate feeding response and growt…
View article: Versatility of Saccharomyces cerevisiae 41CM in the Brewery Sector: Use as a Starter for “Ale” and “Lager” Craft Beer Production
Versatility of Saccharomyces cerevisiae 41CM in the Brewery Sector: Use as a Starter for “Ale” and “Lager” Craft Beer Production Open
Craft breweries tend to use special raw materials and also special ingredients (spices, herbs, fruits) to typify beers, but the metabolic activities of yeasts play a primary role in defining the sensory characteristics of this beverage. Sa…
View article: Biochar-Derived Smoke Waters Affect Bactrocera oleae Behavior and Control the Olive Fruit Fly under Field Conditions
Biochar-Derived Smoke Waters Affect Bactrocera oleae Behavior and Control the Olive Fruit Fly under Field Conditions Open
Bactrocera oleae is the key pest of olive production. Several attempts have been carried out over time to control it using biological solutions but with results rarely comparable to those obtained with chemical applications. The purpose of…
View article: Impact of Super-High Density Olive Orchard Management System on Soil Free-Living and Plant-Parasitic Nematodes in Central and South Italy
Impact of Super-High Density Olive Orchard Management System on Soil Free-Living and Plant-Parasitic Nematodes in Central and South Italy Open
The soil nematode community plays an important role in ecosystem services. The objective of this study was to assess the effect of Super-high density (SHD) olive orchards on the nematode community in five sites with different soils, climat…
View article: Electrophysiological and behavioural responses of <i>Stegobium paniceum</i> to volatile compounds from Chinese medicinal plant materials
Electrophysiological and behavioural responses of <i>Stegobium paniceum</i> to volatile compounds from Chinese medicinal plant materials Open
BACKGROUND Stegobium paniceum (Coleoptera, Anobiidae) is an important pest of stored products causing severe damage to dried Chinese medicinal plant materials (CMPMs). Plant volatiles play an important role in host‐searching of insects. Th…
View article: Behavioural and electrophysiological responses of Philaenus spumarius to odours from conspecifics
Behavioural and electrophysiological responses of Philaenus spumarius to odours from conspecifics Open
View article: Correction to: Host preference of Thrips hawaiiensis for different ornamental plants
Correction to: Host preference of Thrips hawaiiensis for different ornamental plants Open
View article: Bioactivity of Carlina acaulis Essential Oil and Its Main Component towards the Olive Fruit Fly, Bactrocera oleae: Ingestion Toxicity, Electrophysiological and Behavioral Insights
Bioactivity of Carlina acaulis Essential Oil and Its Main Component towards the Olive Fruit Fly, Bactrocera oleae: Ingestion Toxicity, Electrophysiological and Behavioral Insights Open
Among botanical insecticides based on essential oils (EOs) or their main components, Carlina acaulis EO and the aromatic polyacetylene carlina oxide, constituting more than 90% of its EO, were recently proven to be effective against the la…
View article: Bioactivity of Cereal- and Legume-Based Macaroni Pasta Volatiles to Adult Sitophilus granarius (L.)
Bioactivity of Cereal- and Legume-Based Macaroni Pasta Volatiles to Adult Sitophilus granarius (L.) Open
The attractiveness of ten commercially available Italian macaroni pastas made from different cereals [Triticum durum; Triticum durum (whole wheat); Triticum dicoccum; mixture of five cereals; Triticum turgidum; Triticum turanicum] or legum…
View article: Host preference of Thrips hawaiiensis for different ornamental plants
Host preference of Thrips hawaiiensis for different ornamental plants Open
Thrips hawaiiensis is a common thrips pest that damages the flowers of various plants. The differing population sizes of T. hawaiiensis among host plants suggest its preference and performance vary among host plants. In this study, the hos…