Repellent, Lethal Activity, and Synergism of Cannabis sativa Extracts with Terpenes Against a Laboratory Colony of Triatoma infestans.
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Cannabis sativa Extracts Kill and Repel Chagas Disease Vector Triatoma infestans — Even Outperforming DEET

A new study reveals that Cannabis sativa acetone and ethanol extracts show potent lethal and repellent effects against Triatoma infestans, the main vector of Chagas disease. The acetone extract even outperformed DEET while remaining non-toxic to honeybees, highlighting its potential as a safe, plant-based bioinsecticide.
Evaluation of sustainable biorational pesticides for managing Helicoverpa armigera (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) on tomato in Nepal.
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Sustainable Biorational Pesticides for Managing Tomato Fruit Borer (Helicoverpa armigera) in Nepal

A new study from Tribhuvan University, Nepal evaluates sustainable biorational pesticides for controlling Helicoverpa armigera in tomato crops. The research highlights eco-friendly alternatives like Spinosad, Neem, and Chlorantraniliprole that significantly reduce pest populations while enhancing yield and profitability.