Susceptibility of Certain Egyptian Wheat Cultivars to Greenbug, Schizaphis graminum (Rondani) (Homoptera: Aphididae) Infestation

Abstract

The greenbug (Schizaphis graminum) (Homoptera: Aphididae) is a major aphid species attacking cereal crops and responsible for viral disease transmission of the plant. Host plant resistance is a strong pillar in Integrated Pest Management (IPM) for reducing the damage of this pest. This study was carried out at