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Why is genus Nucleopolyhedrovirus considered an excellent biocontrol agent?

 

 

 

 
 
 
 
 

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The majority of baculoviruses used as biological control agents are in the genus Nucleopolyhedrovirus. These viruses are excellent candidates for species-specific, narrow spectrum insecticidal applications.

They have been shown to have no negative impacts on plants, mammals, birds, fish, or even on non-target insects. This is especially desirable when beneficial insects are being conserved to aid in overall integrated pest management (IPM) program, or when an ecologically sensitive area is being treated.

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