entomopathogenic fungi - Aneknowledge.com

Entomopathogenic fungi associated with cereal leaf beetles and their comparative pathogenicity in the laboratory: possible sustainable control approaches

Entomopathogenic Fungi Killing Cereal Leaf Beetles in Europe

A new study from Slovakia identifies four entomopathogenic fungi infecting cereal leaf beetles and compares their pathogenicity, highlighting Metarhizium pemphigi and Beauveria bassiana as promising biological control agents for sustainable pest management.

Aneknowledge December 8, 2025

Emerging Science Microbiology Natural Products

The Caterpillar Fungus: Nature’s Bizarre Parasite Worth More Than Gold

Ophiocordyceps sinensis is a highly valued medicinal fungus endemic to the Tibetan Plateau and Himalayas, from biological, chemical, and socioeconomic perspectives.

Aneknowledge December 3, 2025

Engineered Metarhizium fungi produce longifolene to attract and kill mosquitoes.

Agriculture Emerging Science Environment

Engineered Fungi That Attract and Kill Mosquitoes: Scientists Develop Longifolene-Producing Metarhizium for Powerful Biocontrol

Engineered Fungi Emit Longifolene to Attract and Kill Mosquitoes A groundbreaking study published in Nature Microbiology has revealed a novel biological strategy to control mosquitoes—by engineering fungi that attract mosquitoes…

Aneknowledge November 17, 2025

Evaluation of a Native Isolate of Metarhizium anisopliae (Metschn.) Sorokin Against the Mango Leaf Hopper Complex (Idioscopus spp.) Infesting Mango (Mangifera indica L.) for Organic Fruit Production.

Agriculture Biochemistry Emerging Science

Eco-Friendly Fungal Biopesticide Offers Sustainable Control for Mango Leaf Hoppers

A new study identifies a native strain of Metarhizium anisopliae as an effective, eco-friendly biocontrol agent against mango leaf hoppers (Idioscopus spp.), offering a sustainable solution for organic mango production and reduced pesticide use.

Aneknowledge October 29, 2025

Dual Impact Assessments of Beauveria bassiana (Ascomycota: Hypocreales) Against Brevicoryne brassicae (Hemiptera: Aphididae).

Agriculture Biochemistry Biodiversity

Native Fungus Beauveria bassiana Offers Dual Pest Control and Plant Growth Boost Against Cabbage Aphids

A new study reveals that native and commercial strains of Beauveria bassiana effectively control cabbage aphids while enhancing plant growth. The endemic KA14 strain from DRC shows superior endophytic potential, positioning this fungus as a sustainable biocontrol alternative to chemical pesticides.

Aneknowledge October 29, 2025

Molecular identification and virulence assessment of Metarhizium rileyi isolates against fall armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda).

Agriculture Emerging Science Environment

Indian Scientists Identify Potent Metarhizium Fungi to Combat Fall Armyworm in Maize

Indian researchers discovered and characterized eleven isolates of Metarhizium rileyi from Andhra Pradesh, identifying highly virulent strains effective against fall armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda). These native fungi could serve as sustainable biocontrol agents in integrated pest management for maize.

Aneknowledge October 23, 2025

Biocontrol potential of beauvericin produced in a submerged culture of Beauveria bassiana 331R against cotton aphid Aphis gossypii.

Agriculture Emerging Science Environment

Harnessing Beauveria bassiana’s Beauvericin: A Natural Biocontrol Breakthrough Against Cotton Aphids

Discover how beauvericin from Beauveria bassiana offers an eco-friendly biocontrol strategy against the cotton aphid Aphis gossypii, reducing pesticide reliance.

Aneknowledge October 7, 2025

Effectiveness of Local Entomopathogenic Fungal Isolates Against Eggs of Capnodis tenebrionis Linnaeus

Agriculture Emerging Science Environment

Harnessing Local Entomopathogenic Fungi to Control Capnodis tenebrionis: A Sustainable Pest Solution

Discover how local entomopathogenic fungi show high efficacy in controlling Capnodis tenebrionis eggs, offering eco-friendly pest management for orchards and vineyards.

Aneknowledge September 30, 2025

Harnessing the potential of indigenous entomopathogenic fungi isolated from the soils of Tamil Nadu, India, for the management of the cotton aphid, Aphis gossypii Glover (Hemiptera: Aphididae)

Agriculture Emerging Science Environment

Indigenous Entomopathogenic Fungi: A Sustainable Solution for Cotton Aphid Control in India

New research highlights the potential of native Beauveria bassiana fungi from Tamil Nadu soils to manage cotton aphids sustainably, reducing pesticide use and boosting cotton yields.

Aneknowledge September 29, 2025