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Journal of Entomology and Zoology Studies

2021, Vol. 9, Issue 5
A review of the management of Tuta absoluta (Meyrick) (Lepidoptera: Gelechiidae) with special reference to biological control using plant extracts

Chaker Bennour, Ali Ben Belgacem, Hammadi Hamza and Hmed Ben Nasr

The tomato leaf miner Tuta absoluta is one of the most destructive pests of tomato plant Solanum lycopersicum L worldwide. Synthetic chemical insecticides are mainly used to manage T. absoluta. However, their excessive use has led to serious problems concerning human health, non-target organisms and environnement. Biological control, using bacteria, entomopathogenic fungi, animals and plants remain an eco-friendly alternative for controlling the tomato leaf miner. Here we review the use of biological management of T. absoluta with special reference to control using plant extracts.
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How to cite this article:
Chaker Bennour, Ali Ben Belgacem, Hammadi Hamza, Hmed Ben Nasr. A review of the management of Tuta absoluta (Meyrick) (Lepidoptera: Gelechiidae) with special reference to biological control using plant extracts. J Entomol Zool Stud 2021;9(5):14-23. DOI: 10.22271/j.ento.2021.v9.i5a.8822

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