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- https://bio.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Introductory_and_General_Biology/Biology_(Kimball)/19%3A_The_Diversity_of_Life/19.02%3A_Microbes/19.2F%3A_Bacillus_ThuringiensisThis page discusses Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt), a bacterium used for environmentally safe pest control targeting moth and butterfly caterpillars. Its toxin gene has been engineered into crops like co...This page discusses Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt), a bacterium used for environmentally safe pest control targeting moth and butterfly caterpillars. Its toxin gene has been engineered into crops like cotton and corn, leading to significant adoption since 1996, with over 334 million acres planted by 2009. This innovation improves yields, reduces chemical insecticide use, and protects beneficial insects.
- https://bio.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Introductory_and_General_Biology/Biology_(Kimball)/17%3A_Ecology/17.04%3A_Interactions_between_Species/17.4B%3A_InsecticidesThis page reviews various insecticides, detailing their types and associated ecological risks, such as toxicity, persistence, and impacts on non-target species. It emphasizes the need for effective pe...This page reviews various insecticides, detailing their types and associated ecological risks, such as toxicity, persistence, and impacts on non-target species. It emphasizes the need for effective pest control without harming beneficial insects or humans. Additionally, it discusses insect growth regulators that affect larval stages and their potential harm to non-target organisms. The text advocates for innovative insecticides to address insecticide resistance and maintain ecological balance.
- https://bio.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Introductory_and_General_Biology/Biology_(Kimball)/17%3A_Ecology/17.04%3A_Interactions_between_Species/17.4C%3A_Biological_Control_of_PestsThis page discusses biological pest control, highlighting its use of natural predators for environmental safety and sustainability. It cites successful historical examples, such as the vedalia beetle ...This page discusses biological pest control, highlighting its use of natural predators for environmental safety and sustainability. It cites successful historical examples, such as the vedalia beetle and sterile male technique. Advances in genetic engineering and other methods like sex attractants and beneficial bacteria are noted as improvements. However, the importance of maintaining ecological balance to avoid unintended consequences is emphasized.
