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Effect of Microwave Radiation on the Southern Cowpea Bettle Callosobruchus maculatus (F)

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: This study investigated the effect of microwave radiation at different power levels of 100, 300, and 600 w at different exposure durations of 60, 80, and 100 sec, against eggs, first-instar larvae, and adults of the southern cowpea beetle Callosobruchus maculatus (F). The results showed significant differences in mortality, and 600 w with exposure time of 100 sec being superior. There was 100% mortality of eggs, first-instar larvae and adult; the incubation period of the eggs increased with exposure. The germination of cowpea grains was not significantly affected.

Source: Indian Journal of Entomology

DOI: 10.55446/ije.2024.2335

Authors: Merzah Hamzah Hadi, Mohmad K Ibrahim, Alaa Hussein A Al Hamadani

Institutions: Al-Furat Al-Awsat Technical University, Al-Muthanna University

Language: English

Topic: Insect Pest Control Strategies

Subfield: Plant Science

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Zero hunger

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W4402852307

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