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Summary

We developed microencapsulation for terpene essential oils, improving delivery in insect diets. This technique aids studies on plant-herbivore interactions by reducing terpene volatilization.

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Area of Science:

Chemical Ecology
Entomology
Materials Science

Background:

Terpenes are vital plant compounds mediating herbivore interactions.
Terpenes in artificial diets often volatilize, limiting their effectiveness in studies.
Douglas fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii) oleoresin contains various terpenes crucial for its defense.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop and test a microencapsulation technique for terpene compounds.
To assess the impact of microencapsulated terpenes on western spruce budworm (Choristoneura occidentalis) survival and reproduction.
To provide a method for delivering terpenes in a manner that mimics their natural state in plant foliage.

Main Methods:

Gelatin-walled microcapsules were formed around eight common Douglas fir terpenes.
Microencapsulated terpenes were incorporated into artificial diets for bioassays.
A three-generation bioassay was conducted with western spruce budworm (Choristoneura occidentalis) larvae.

Main Results:

The microencapsulation technique successfully packaged terpene essential oils.
Preliminary bioassays confirmed that western spruce budworm (C. occidentalis) larvae consumed diets containing microencapsulated terpenes.
The method reduces terpene volatilization from artificial diets.

Conclusions:

Microencapsulation offers a viable method for delivering terpenes in insect diet studies.
This technique enhances the study of plant-herbivore interactions by improving terpene stability and delivery.
The method is applicable to laboratory, greenhouse, and field experiments investigating terpene functions.