Biopesticide formulation based on essential oils in Drosophila suzukii management as a future of pest control

Dragana Bošković, Slavica Vuković, Sanja Lazić, Nuray Baser, Mihaela Kavran, Dragana Novaković, Aleksandra Šušnjar, Jelena Ećimović, Milica Stožinić and Dragana Šunjka
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Dragana Bošković: Faculty of Agriculture, University of Novi Sad, Novi Sad, Serbia
Slavica Vuković: Faculty of Agriculture, University of Novi Sad, Novi Sad, Serbia
Sanja Lazić: Faculty of Agriculture, University of Novi Sad, Novi Sad, Serbia
Nuray Baser: CIHEAM-IAMB - International Centre for Advanced Mediterranean Agronomic Studies, Bari, Italy
Mihaela Kavran: Faculty of Agriculture, University of Novi Sad, Novi Sad, Serbia
Dragana Novaković: Faculty of Agriculture, University of Novi Sad, Novi Sad, Serbia
Aleksandra Šušnjar: Faculty of Agriculture, University of Novi Sad, Novi Sad, Serbia
Jelena Ećimović: Faculty of Agriculture, University of Novi Sad, Novi Sad, Serbia
Milica Stožinić: Department of Carbohydrate Food Engineering, Faculty of Technology Novi Sad, University of Novi Sad, Novi Sad, Serbia
Dragana Šunjka: Faculty of Agriculture, University of Novi Sad, Novi Sad, Serbia

Plant Protection Science, 2024, vol. 60, issue 3, 288-294

Abstract: Drosophila suzukii poses a significant threat to berry fruits with its uncontrolled spread. Essential oils (EOs) have emerged as potential bioinsecticides due to their natural origin, mode of action, and biodegradability. Although EOs show potential for use in agriculture due to ecotoxicologically favourable characteristics, additional research is required to enhance their effectiveness, stability, and application for practical implementation in pest management. The primary objective of this research was the development of a bioinsecticide formulation based on a combination of three EOs - Pelargonium graveolens, Anethum graveolens, and Pinus sylvestris followed by the assessment of formulated bioinsecticide physicochemical properties. Using a two-choice bioassay, this study aimed to evaluate the effects of formulated bioinsecticides on D. suzukii, regarding their insecticidal properties through oviposition deterrence. The developed formulation exhibited favourable physicochemical properties and demonstrated a decrease in the number of larvae in fruits. Bioinsecticides present an environmentally friendly approach to pest control. However, further research and development are imperative to fully exploit their potential for effective crop protection in the field, followed by comprehensive research to evaluate the potential side effects on natural enemies, ensuring that their implementation doesn't harm beneficial organisms and maintain ecological equilibrium.

Keywords: bioinsecticide; eco-friendly; oviposition; biocontrol; sustainable (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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