objective To assess the influence of soil on the effectiveness of two new slow-release formulations (floating and non-floating) of pyriproxyfen coextruded with low-density polyethylene.methods Two slow-release devices were developed using low-density polyethylene, pyriproxyfen as larvicide and calcium carbonate as filler. A factorial design was used to evaluate the effect of soil presence on the performance of each device. Weekly bioassays were performed.results Soil presence affected treatment effectiveness, but this effect was associated with device type. The tablets were effective for nearly 3 months.conclusion Treatment effectiveness could be reduced because of the loss of pyriproxyfen by several physico-chemical processes such as adsorption into the soil.keywords insect growth regulator, larvicide, vector control Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): SDG 3 (good health and well-being), SDG 9 (industry, innovation and infrastructure), SDG 17 (partnerships for the goals) Tropical Medicine and International Health
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