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Published on: September 3, 2008
Introduction to the Use of Baculoviruses as Biological Insecticides
Holly J R Popham1,2, Tyasning Nusawardani3, Bryony C Bonning3
1USDA Agricultural Research Service, Biological Control of Insects Research Laboratory, Columbia, MO, USA. hpopham@agbitech.com.
Abstract:
Baculoviruses are widely used both as protein expression vectors and as insect pest control agents. This section provides an overview of the baculovirus life cycle and use of baculoviruses as insecticidal agents. This chapter includes discussion of the pros and cons for use of baculoviruses as insecticides, and progress made in genetic enhancement of baculoviruses for improved insecticidal efficacy. These viruses are used extensively for control of insect pests in a diverse range of agricultural and forest habitats.
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