Entomopathogenic Fungus-Related Priming Defense Mechanisms in Cucurbits Impact Spodoptera littoralis (Boisduval) Fitness
Fabián García-Espinoza, María J. García, Enrique Quesada‐Moraga, Meelad Yousef-Yousef
Abstract
Entomopathogenic fungi are multipurpose microorganisms with direct and indirect effects on insect pests. Also, EPF provide multiple benefits to plants by solubilizing minerals and facilitating nutrient acquisition.
Topics & Concepts
Spodoptera littoralisEntomopathogenic fungusFungusBiologyBotanySpodopteraMicrobiologyNoctuidaeBiochemistryBiological pest controlPEST analysisRecombinant DNAGeneBeauveria bassianaEntomopathogenic Microorganisms in Pest ControlPlant-Microbe Interactions and ImmunityInsect Resistance and Genetics