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Entomology
Albertha J. Parkins, Muhammad Haseeb, Oscar E. Liburd, Lambert H. B. Kanga
Summary: This study aimed to reduce the population of the spotted-wing Drosophila in Florida and increase berry productivity by using mulching practices. The results showed that using pine bark and black weed fabric mulches can effectively reduce the fly population. This is the first report of such practices being used to manage the spotted-wing Drosophila.
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Entomology
Gianni Gilioli, Giorgio Sperandio, Anna Simonetto, Michele Colturato, Andrea Battisti, Nicola Mori, Mariangela Ciampitti, Beniamino Cavagna, Alessandro Bianchi, Paola Gervasio
Summary: A mechanistic model simulating the phenology of Popillia japonica was developed and successfully predicted the timing of adult emergence. Data from the Lombardy Region monitoring program were used for parameter estimation and validation, indicating the model's potential for determining optimal timing for monitoring and control activities.
JOURNAL OF PEST SCIENCE
(2022)
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Entomology
Jae Hyeon Ryu, Justin Clements, Jerry Neufeld
Summary: This article introduces a low-cost, open source-based live insect scouting drone named 'iDrone Bee' and validates the feasibility of insect scouting in agricultural fields. The findings suggest that a drone-based insect scouting method may be a valuable tool for the integrated pest management community.
JOURNAL OF INSECT SCIENCE
(2022)
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Plant Sciences
Gary J. Brewer, Kentaro Miwa, Kathryn Hanford
Summary: In hybrid sunflower, the contribution of bees to productivity may be over or underestimated. To accurately estimate bee effects on seed traits, exclosures with specific porosity sizes are recommended. The use of exclosures with porosities of about 3 to 5 mm can prevent over or underestimation of bee effects. Holistic insect management in sunflower cropping systems is also recommended to balance the benefits of bee effects with pest insect control.
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Entomology
Katarzyna Michalska, Agnieszka Mrowinska, Marcin Studnicki
Summary: There are reports on the dispersal of predatory mites on insects, but little is known about their mutual interactions. Blattisocius mali is a promising predatory mite for pest control, and our research indicates an ectoparasitic relationship between this species and drosophilid fruit flies. The mites attach to and feed on the flies, leading to increased fly mortality.
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Biology
Hend A. Basha, Elsayed M. Mostafa, Ahmed M. Eldeeb
Summary: This study investigated the occurrence and dominance of phytophagous and predatory mites on seven vegetable crops in Egypt, identifying Phytoseiulus persimilis as a potentially effective biocontrol agent from the local mite fauna.
SAUDI JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2021)
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Agronomy
Paul E. Bergeron, Rebecca A. Schmidt-Jeffris
Summary: A new major predator, Amblydromella caudiglans, has been found in Washington apple orchards, but it is more sensitive to pesticides. Therefore, updates to pesticide selectivity recommendations are needed to conserve this 'new' key predator.
PEST MANAGEMENT SCIENCE
(2023)
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Entomology
Francis A. Drummond, Jennifer Lund, Brian Eitzer
Summary: A two-year study in Maine wild blueberry fields monitored the health of migratory honey bee colonies in 2014 and 2015. Varroa mite infestations and pesticide residues on pollen were significant predictors of colony health, explaining 71% of the variance in colony health over the two years. Pathogen prevalence and incidence varied between the two years, with high levels of recently discovered pathogens and parasites detected.
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Entomology
Michael Light, Dave Shutler, Nicoletta Faraone, G. Christopher Cutler, N. Kirk Hillier
Summary: To locate honey bee hosts, parasitic Varroa destructor mites rely on tactile and chemosensory cues. Altering these cues in the honey bee colony environment may help manage Varroa destructor mite populations. Through experiments, we found that chemical compounds detected in honey bee colonies or extracted from honey bees and mites affected Varroa destructor's locomotion behavior. The mites appear to use multiple cues to navigate within a colony environment.
JOURNAL OF PEST SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Entomology
Sneha Vissa, David N. Soderberg, Richard W. Hofstetter
Summary: Climate warming has significant effects on forest insect populations, particularly bark beetles, influencing the abundance of symbiotic mite communities associated with them. Mite populations show adaptation to local climates, impacting beetle reproduction and health. Understanding these patterns can provide insights into how climate change will affect beetle-mite associations in forest ecosystems.
Article
Biology
Xingwen Peng, Jilong Cheng, Hong Li, Anderson Feijo, Lin Xia, Deyan Ge, Zhixin Wen, Qisen Yang
Summary: This study sequenced the genomes of hairy-footed jerboas from different desert zones in China and discovered different genetic adaptations to different desert environments. Jerboas in high-altitude deserts selected ATR and HIF1AN genes, which are associated with intense UV radiation and hypoxia in high-altitude environments. In arid deserts, jerboas showed stronger genetic selection in energy and water homeostasis, indicating that water scarcity may be the main driver of desert adaptation in these animals.
Article
Entomology
Jacquelyn A. Perkins, Kyungmin Kim, Larry J. Gut, George W. Sundin, Julianna K. Wilson
Summary: Fungicide exposure in honey bees during cherry orchard bloom in eastern North America was investigated. Residue levels of captan and chlorothalonil were found to be higher in nurse bees compared to foragers, and chlorothalonil levels in workers increased significantly during cherry bloom. Pollen samples also showed the presence of captan and chlorothalonil at levels known to negatively affect honey bee health. This study highlights the importance of considering hive location and worker role in minimizing fungicide exposure to bees, and emphasizes the need for further research to balance crop disease management and pollinator health.
JOURNAL OF ECONOMIC ENTOMOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Agronomy
Anabel Millan-Leiva, Oscar Marin, Krisztina Christmon, Dennis vanEngelsdorp, Joel Gonzalez-Cabrera
Summary: The study reveals a wide distribution of knockdown resistance (kdr)-type mutations in Varroa populations collected from US apiaries in 2016 and 2017. These data were utilized to predict the phenotype of mites when treated with pyrethroids.
PEST MANAGEMENT SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Entomology
Kevi Mace, Jessica Rudder, Rachael Goodhue, Tor Tolhurst, Daniel Tregeagle, Hanlin Wei, Beth Grafton-Cardwell, Ian Grettenberger, Houston Wilson, Robert Van Steenwyk, Frank Zalom, John Steggall
Summary: Neonicotinoid insecticides, harmful to bees, are subject to regulations in many countries and states. This study examines the economic and pest management implications of a 2020 draft regulation in California for four neonicotinoids. The research shows that if the regulation had been in effect, pest management costs for crops would have significantly increased.
JOURNAL OF ECONOMIC ENTOMOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Horticulture
Matthew Gullickson, Claire Flavin Hodge, Eric Burkness, William D. Hutchison, Mary Rogers
Summary: This study investigated the effects of five half-high blueberry cultivars on the oviposition and larval development of Spotted-wing drosophila. Chip-pewa was the most preferred cultivar for oviposition, while Polaris was the least preferred. There was a negative relationship between fruit firmness and oviposition, and a positive correlation between pH and larval development. The results suggest that cultivar selection for half-high blueberries may be a promising integrated pest management tool.
Review
Entomology
Doo-Hyung Lee, Yong-Lak Park, Tracy C. Leskey
JOURNAL OF ASIA-PACIFIC ENTOMOLOGY
(2019)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Fumin Wang, Yong-Lak Park, Michael Gutensohn
Summary: Secondary metabolites produced in glandular trichomes of tomato, specifically mono- and sesquiterpenes, have contrasting roles in interactions with the potato aphid Macrosiphum euphorbiae. While sesquiterpenes derived from TPS12 contribute to host plant resistance against M. euphorbiae, monoterpenes derived from TPS20 appear to be exploited as cues for aphid orientation towards host plants.
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL ECOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Fumin Wang, Yong-Lak Park, Michael Gutensohn
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Sara M. Crayton, Petra B. Wood, Donald J. Brown, Alice R. Millikin, Terence J. McManus, Tyler J. Simpson, Kang-Mo Ku, Yong-Lak Park
GLOBAL ECOLOGY AND CONSERVATION
(2020)
Article
Ecology
Sandra J. Simon, Ken Keefover-Ring, Yong-Lak Park, Gina Wimp, Julianne Grady, Stephen P. DiFazio
Summary: Black willow is an important nutrient resource that attracts many insects for visitation. Male trees typically support higher insect diversity, with only three insect species consistently visiting both male and female trees. And the mating bees are more inclined to visit female trees.
ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTION
(2021)
Article
Entomology
Yong-Lak Park, Jum Rae Cho, Gwan-Seok Lee, Bo Yoon Seo
Summary: This study developed an aerial survey method using a drone to locate cocoons of the oriental moth for precise detection. The results showed higher precision and accuracy for closed cocoons by the aerial survey compared to the ground survey, marking a significant advancement in aerial insect detection technology.
JOURNAL OF ECONOMIC ENTOMOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Entomology
Jaewon Kim, Cynthia D. Huebner, Richard Reardon, Yong-Lak Park
Summary: The study developed a spatially targeted biocontrol strategy using a drone to detect Persicaria perfoliata and release Rhinoncomimus latipes. The aerial images taken at <= 15 m above the ground successfully detected the weed patches, allowing for the successful escape of over 98% of the released insects. The use of a rotary-wing UAS for aerial detection and deployment of biocontrol agents in hard-to-access areas was effective.
JOURNAL OF ECONOMIC ENTOMOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Jaewon Kim, Cynthia D. Huebner, Yong-Lak Park
Summary: The study found significant differences in species composition between P. perfoliata-dominated patches and adjacent non-dominated patches, with the former having lower diversity. This information can help predict the impact of targeted removal of invasive plants on restoration success.
NORTHEASTERN NATURALIST
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Emily N. Brogan, Yong-Lak Park, Kristen E. Matak, Jacek Jaczynski
Summary: The study on cricket, locust, and silk worm pupae powders revealed that these insect powders are rich in protein and have a diverse amino acid composition, but may not be suitable for infants. Protein from insects can be efficiently isolated using pH-solubility-precipitation method.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Fumin Wang, Yong-Lak Park, Michael Gutensohn
Summary: Tomatoes produce terpenes in their glandular trichomes that can help resist pests, particularly the potato aphid. By introducing these compounds into additional plant tissues via metabolic engineering, it is possible to reduce tissue penetration by aphids, subsequently lowering virus transmission.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Craig Larcenaire, Fumin Wang, Ida Holaskova, Richard Turcotte, Michael Gutensohn, Yong-Lak Park
Summary: This study identified pollinator insects and associated VOCs of black cherry, providing crucial information for pollination and regeneration of the species.
Article
Plant Sciences
Craig Larcenaire, Fumin Wang, Ida Holaskova, Richard Turcotte, Michael Gutensohn, Yong-Lak Park
Summary: This study investigated the effects of silvicultural treatment on insect communities that may affect black cherry pollination and regeneration in the Allegheny National Forest in the USA. The results showed significant differences in insect abundance, richness, and diversity among different management treatments. The dominant insect order in the canopy of black cherry trees was Diptera, with Anthalia bulbosa as the most common species.
Article
Entomology
Yong-Lak Park, Kushal Naharki, Roghaiyeh Karimzadeh, Bo Yoon Seo, Gwan-Seok Lee
Summary: This study employed drones and image analysis to quickly and accurately assess the damage caused by a severe outbreak of the beet armyworm in soybean fields in South Korea. The results showed that the aerial survey was a cost-effective and rapid method for estimating soybean defoliation caused by the insect. The use of autonomous drones and image analysis can inform decision-making for managing pest outbreaks.
Article
Plant Sciences
Sruthi Keerthi Valicharla, Xin Li, Jennifer Greenleaf, Richard Turcotte, Christopher Hayes, Yong-Lak Park
Summary: This study developed and evaluated a new tool using aerial surveys with drones and a deep learning model to detect and assess ash decline and death caused by the invasive pest, emerald ash borer, in large or hard-to-access areas. The results showed that this method was effective for rapid and efficient detection and assessment of ash decline and death.
Article
Biology
Jennifer Greenleaf, Roghaiyeh Karimzadeh, Yong-Lak Park
Summary: Glossy buckthorn (Frangula alnus) is an invasive shrub from Europe that has been threatening native vegetation in North America. This study found that glossy buckthorn exhibited spatial aggregation and resided beyond forest roads. The density and presence of glossy buckthorn decreased as the distance from the forest road increased, suggesting the potential for precision management by targeting specific areas where it is present.