THE isolation of the protein crystals of Bacillus thuringiensis, which are toxic to the larvae of certain species of insects, has been described previously 1,2, and involves phase separation in ...

Experts say Bacillus thuringiensis, beneficial nematodes, pyrethroids and chlorantraniliprole insecticides are some of the best methods to get rid of armyworms in your lawn. The fall armyworm outbreak ...

Dengue and mosquito-borne diseases in Bangladesh, much like floods or cyclones,  are an issue that is not going anywhere.

Take the entire root ball as it is and do not allow it to break apart as it will damage the delicate root system of this ...

Researchers used genomics to investigate the genetic changes causing resistance to transgenic crops in field populations of the corn earworm, also known as cotton bollworm or Helicoverpa zea. They ...

If left unchecked, insect pests can devastate crops. To minimize damage and reduce the need for insecticide sprays, crops ...

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They recommended using biological pesticides, such as Bacillus thuringiensis kurstaki (B.T.K.), to combat the pest in ...

Since 2013, Kale (Bassica oleracea) has had a national day on the first Wednesday in October. This Cruciferae vegetable has ...

Bt stands for Bacillus thuringiensis which is a bacteria derivative that kills the looper caterpillars if they consume foliage on which it is sprayed. There are lots of Bt products including Dipel ...