EMAMECTIN BENZOATE: A REVIEW AS AN EFFECTIVE ALTERNATIVE FOR CONTROLLING TUTA ABSOLUTA IN TOMATO PLANTS

Bërxolli, Ajten and Shahini, Ermir and Huqi, Aris and Rexhaj, Florie and Ramavi, Adnand and Lazarevska, Stanislava and Shahini, Shpend (2023) EMAMECTIN BENZOATE: A REVIEW AS AN EFFECTIVE ALTERNATIVE FOR CONTROLLING TUTA ABSOLUTA IN TOMATO PLANTS. Journal of Agriculture and Sustainable Rural Development, 1 (1-2). pp. 16-22. ISSN 2955-2257

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Abstract

The tomato leaf miner, Tuta absoluta, has become a significant threat to tomato crops in Europe and North Africa, leading to the extensive use of insecticides. However, the effectiveness of many insecticides is limited due to the cryptic nature of the larvae and the development of resistance. This study investigates the use of Emamectin benzoate, a bioinsecticide derived from the avermectin family, as an alternative for controlling Tuta absoluta. The experiment was conducted over three years in a greenhouse in a coastal area, using pheromone traps to monitor pest populations. Emamectin benzoate was applied at a dosage of 150 grams per 100 liters of water, with two treatments per generation at 14-day intervals. The technical effectiveness of the insecticide was assessed by analyzing the number of attacked and uninfected leaves and fruits. The results showed that Emamectin benzoate provided effective control of Tuta absoluta, with technical efficacy ranging from 85% to 92% on leaves and from 83% to 91% on fruits. These findings suggest that Emamectin benzoate can be a valuable tool in integrated pest management strategies for managing Tuta absoluta infestations and reducing reliance on conventional insecticides. Further research and field trials are needed to optimize its application and evaluate its long-term effectiveness in different growing conditions.

Item Type: Article
Uncontrolled Keywords: Tuta absoluta, Emamectin benzoate, bioinsecticide, integrated pest management, pheromone traps, pest control.
Subjects: S Agriculture > S Agriculture (General)
Divisions: Faculty of Medicine, Health and Life Sciences > School of Biological Sciences
Depositing User: Unnamed user with email zshi@unite.edu.mk
Date Deposited: 12 Oct 2023 11:46
Last Modified: 12 Oct 2023 11:46
URI: http://eprints.unite.edu.mk/id/eprint/1383

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