Diaphorina citri is a vector of the bacterial causative agent of Huanglongbing (HLB = Citrus greening), a severe disease affecting citrus crops. As there is no known control for HLB, manipulating insect behaviour through deployment of semiochemicals offers a promising opportunity for protecting citrus crops. The behavioural responses of D. citri to plant volatiles, and the identity of these plant volatiles were investigated. Volatiles were collected from host plants Murraya paniculata, Citrus sinensis, C. reshni, C. limettioides, Poncirus trifoliata, and from non-host plants Psidium guajava, Mangifera indica, Anacardium occidentale. In behavioural assays, female D. citri spent more time in the arms containing volatiles from either M. paniculata or C. sinensis compared to the control arms. When D. citri was exposed to volatiles collected from A. occidentale, they preferred the control arm. Volatiles emitted from the other studied plants did not influence the foraging behaviour of D. citri. Chemical analyses of volatile extracts from C. sinensis, M. paniculata, and A. occidentale revealed the presence of the terpenoids (E)-4,8-dimethylnona-1,3,7–triene (DMNT) and (E,E)-4,8,12-trimethyltrideca-1,3,7,11-tetraene (TMTT) in higher amounts in A. occidentale. In further behavioural bioassays, female D. citri spent less time in arms containing a synthetic blend of DMNT and TMTT compared to the control arms. Female D. citri also spent less time in arms containing the synthetic blend in combination with volatile extracts from either M. paniculata or C. sinensis compared to the control arms. Results suggest that higher release of the two terpenoids by A. occidentale make this species unattractive to D. citri, and that the terpenoids could be used in reducing colonisation of citrus plants and therefore HLB infection.
-Tomato genotypes of different species were evaluated regarding to attractiveness and oviposition preference of Bemisia tabaci (Gennadius) biotype B under greenhouse conditions. The experiment was conducted in a randomized block design, with a split-pot scheme and three replicates. Plant infestation was done at 40-45 days after seedling transplanting by introducing highly whitefly-infested soybean plants. The variables evaluated were adult number and egg number on the adaxial and abaxial surfaces of the leaflets, during five weeks. Each observation was composed by the mean numbers obtained for three leaflets. Leaf area of each genotype was determined to estimate whitefly population per cm 2 . There were no significant differences among genotypes and evaluations regarding to the presence of live adult whiteflies on the adaxial surfaces of the leaflets. For the number of live adult whiteflies on the abaxial surface, the least attractive genotypes were LA716 (Lycopersicon pennellii) and PI134417 (L. hirsutum f. glabratum); LA1609 (L. peruvianum) was one of the most attractive ones. Great number of dead adult whiteflies was registered on LA716, due to the sticky secretion produced by the glandular trichomes that cover leaves and stalks, trapping whiteflies when they contact the leaflet. Similar behavior was verified for LA1739, LA1740, PI127826 (L. hirsutum), PI134417 and PI134418 (L. hirsutum f. glabratum). LA716 and PI134418 were the least preferred genotypes for oviposition. The preferred genotypes for oviposition on the abaxial surface of the leaflets were CNPH1039, Japão (L. pimpinellifolium) and LA1609.KEY WORDS: Lycopersicon, whitefly, Bemisia argentifolii, resistance RESUMO -Genótipos de tomateiro pertencentes a diferentes espécies foram avaliados quanto à atratividade para adultos e preferência para oviposição de Bemisia tabaci (Gennadius) biótipo B, em casa de vegetação. O experimento foi instalado em blocos ao acaso, em esquema de parcelas subdivididas, com três repetições. Para infestação dos genótipos, introduziram-se, na casa de vegetação, plantas de soja com alta população de mosca-branca, aos 40-45 dias após o transplante. Avaliou-se o número de adultos e de ovos da mosca-branca nas faces adaxial e abaxial dos folíolos, durante cinco semanas. Cada observação foi constituída pela média de três folíolos. Determinou-se a área foliar média para cada genótipo, para obtenção da infestação por cm 2 . Não foram constatadas diferenças significativas entre genótipos e entre avaliações, com relação ao número de adultos vivos na face adaxial dos folíolos. Considerando o número de adultos vivos na face abaxial, os genótipos menos atrativos foram LA716 (Lycopersicon pennellii) e PI134417 (L. hirsutum f. glabratum), ao passo que LA1609 (L. peruvianum) destacou-se como um dos mais atrativos. Em LA716, registrou-se o maior número de adultos mortos, devido à exsudação de tricomas glandulares que cobrem as folhas e caules, exercendo efeito sobre a captura dos adultos quando em contato com os folíolos. Comporta...
-Bemisia tabaci (Genn.) is one of the most important tomato pests in Brazil and causes severe losses due to the sap suction, the induction of the irregular ripening of the fruit and virus transmission. The objective of this study was to determine the effect of exudates released by the glandular trichomes on the development of B. tabaci biotype B on eight tomato genotypes, under greenhouse conditions. The experiment was arranged as a factorial scheme (genotype x exudate) in a randomized block design, with three replications, being the genotypes evaluated in two conditions (with and without exudate). Whitefly adults were transferred to a voile cage for 24h. The variables evaluated were number of eggs and viability, incubation period, number of nymphs, duration and viability of the nymphal stage. Trichome counts and determination of pH and acylglucose content were made for all the genotypes. Intact leaflets of LA716 were less accepted for oviposition than leaflets without exudate, which suggests an antixenotic effect. Antixenotic resistance in LA1739 and PI134417 was not associated to the glandular exudate. The effect of exudates on the insect oviposition was explained by the acylglucose content. The pH showed secondary role on the whitefly oviposition. Trichomes density improved the insect development. LA1584 reduced the insect survival and increased its cycle, besides promoting an intermediate oviposition. For this reason, it can be useful in breeding programs. However, further studies are needed to determine the potential of this genotype and hybrids for future utilization in integrated pest management.KEY WORDS: Lycopersicon, silverleaf whitefly, Bemisia argentifolii RESUMO -Bemisia tabaci (Genn.) é uma das principais pragas do tomateiro no Brasil, provocando severas perdas devido à sucção de seiva, indução do amadurecimento irregular dos frutos e transmissão de viroses. O objetivo deste trabalho foi determinar o efeito de tricomas glandulares no desenvolvimento de B. tabaci biótipo B em oito genótipos de tomateiro, em casa de vegetação. Utilizou-se o delineamento de blocos ao acaso, em arranjo fatorial (genótipo x exsudato), com três repetições, sendo os genótipos avaliados na condição com e sem exsudato. Adultos da mosca-branca foram transferidos para uma gaiola de voil, onde permaneceram durante 24h. As variáveis avaliadas foram número de ovos e viabilidade, período de incubação, número de ninfas, duração e sobrevivência da fase ninfal. Efetuouse a contagem de tricomas e a determinação do pH e teor de acilglicose para todos os genótipos. Na presença de exsudato, LA716 proporcionou redução na oviposição do inseto, o que sugere efeito antixenótico. Resistência antixenótica em LA1739 e PI134417 não foi associada ao exsudato glandular. O efeito do exsudato na oviposição do inseto foi explicado pelo teor de acilglicose. O pH apresentou papel secundário na oviposição da mosca-branca. A densidade de tricomas favoreceu o desenvolvimento do inseto. LA1584 destacou-se pela redução na sobrevivência do inseto e...
RESUMO -O manejo integrado é uma exigência dos mercados importadores, sobretudo da Comunidade Européia (CE), rigorosa em requisitos de qualidade e sustentabilidade, que enfatiza primordialmente a proteção do meio ambiente, segurança alimentar, condições de trabalho, saúde humana e viabilidade econômica. Neste contexto, a utilização da matéria orgânica no manejo dos solos é uma das estratégias que mais benefícios traz à biodiversidade e conservação dos solos. É prática conhecida desde os primórdios da civilização. Contudo, sua utilização de forma efetiva depende ainda do conhecimento de muitas interações que ocorrem no agroecossistema. São apresentados alguns estudos de sua utilização no manejo integrado de fitonematóides e perspectivas de validação, com enfoque na cultura da bananeira e possibilidades de sua adoção para atender à demanda de sustentabilidade. Termos para indexação: biodiversidade, agroecossistemas, sustentabilidade, pragas, controle biológico, mecanismos. INTEGRATED MANAGEMENT OF NEMATODES IN THE BANANA TREE CULTUREABSTRACT -The integrated management is a requirement of the European Community (CE) which demands rigorous quality product and sustainability, which is emphasized primarily on the environment protection, food safety, work conditions, human health and economical viability. In this context, the use of organic amendments for soil management is one of the strategies that brings the most benefits to soil biodiversity and conservation. This practice is known since the beginning of the civilization. Nevertheless, an effective use still depends on the knowledge of the many interactions in the agro-ecosystem. This review presents some studies of its use in integrated management of plant parasitic nematodes, validation perspectives focused in banana and use possibilities to assist the sustainability demand. Index Terms: biodiversity, agro-ecosystems, sustainability, pest, biological control, mechanisms. REVISÃO / REVIEW1 Embrapa Mandioca e Fruticultura Tropical, Caixa postal, 007, CEP 44380-000, Cruz das Almas, BA, e-mail: cecilia@cnpmf.embrapa.br.Os nematóides constituem o mais abundante grupo de animais multicelulares em número de indivíduos no universo, estimado em um milhão de espécies (Viglierchio, 1991). Muitas espécies são importantes na agricultura, pelos danos causados à produção, e outros, de vida livre, exatamente pelo seu efeito benéfico à agricultura. Os nematóides fitoparasitas, que promovem a destruição do sistema radicular, induzindo a formação de nodulações ou lesões necróticas nas raízes, impedem as plantas de absorverem água e nutrientes.As perdas devidas ao ataque de nematóides na agricultura mundial estão estimadas em aproximadamente, US$ 80 bilhões/ano (Agrios, 1997). Na agricultura americana, essas perdas são estimadas em US$ 8 bilhões/ano, o que corresponde a 10% em relação à agricultura mundial (Barker et al., 1994). No Brasil, a quantificação de perdas não é precisa, devido principalmente às interações com danos provocados por pragas e outras doenças, condições climátic...
The objective of this study was to select strains of Beauveria bassiana for controlling Cosmopolites sordidus (Germ.) in plantain farms (cv. Terra) of the “Recôncavo” and southern regions in the state of Bahia, Brazil. The virulence of 32 B. bassiana isolates against C. sordidus was determined under laboratory conditions. Three isolates (CNPMF 407, CNPMF 218, and CNPMF 416) were selected for evaluation under field conditions in plantations located in the counties of Mutuípe and Wenceslau Guimarães. Population of C. sordidus was estimated every 15 days by using pseudostem traps. The efficiency of the three strains of B. bassiana was compared to chemical control (carbofuran, 4g/trap) and absence of control. Carbofuran caused around 90% of adult mortality after 12 months, with a reduction in the population of C. sordidus since the first evaluation. A low number of trapped insects was observed in the fungus-treated plots, suggesting the efficiency of the isolates in controlling the C. sordidus population. The strain CNPMF 218 was the most efficient in controlling C. sordidus adults in both locations, causing around 20% mortality, leading to 40% population size reduction after 12 months.
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