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Species Composition, Distribution, and Seasonal Abundance of Liriomyza Leafminers (Diptera: Agromyzidae) Under Different Vegetable Production Systems and Agroecological Zones in Kenya
(Karatina University, 2015-04)
A longitudinal study to identify the species of Liriomyza leafminer, their distribution, relative
abundance, and seasonal variation, including their host range, was conducted in vegetable fields
at three altitudes in ...
Biological impact of the exotic parasitoid, Diadegma semiclausum (Hellen), of diamondback moth, Plutella xylostella L., in Kenya
(Karatina University, 2006-08)
Diadegma semiclausum (Hellen) was introduced to Kenya from Taiwan for the control of
diamondback moth (DBM), Plutella xylostella L., and released for the first time in July 2002.
Seven and twelve months after release, ...
Temperature-dependent development of Megalurothripssjostedti and Frankliniellaoccidentalis (Thysanoptera: Thripidae)
(2002-09)
Megalurothrips sjostedti (Trybom) and Frankliniella occidentalis (Pergande) (Thysanciptera: Thripidae) are among the most serious pests of French beans, Phaseolus vulgaris var. Monel in Kenya and occur in all major growing ...
A new mite IPM strategy: predator avoidance behaviour resulting from the synergetic effects of predator release and acaricide‐treated nets
(Wiley, 2018-10-26)
Background: Tetranychus evansi and T. urticae spider mites are known major pests of Solanaceae. Smallholders in Africa rely heavily on pesticide treatments. However, farmers claim that pesticides are generally ineffective ...