Biological Control: Insect Pathogens, Parasitoids, and Predators
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Stored product insects cause millions of dollars per year in losses in stored wheat. Traditionally, storedproduct pest management has relied on chemicals to control insects. In some cases, pest management has been improved by applying chemicals only when needed. An increasing effort is being made to reduce or eliminate pesticide residues in the food supply. This trend has increased since the introduction of new food safety standards required under the Food Quality Protection Act (1996), which includes stored raw commodities.
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