Contributions of γ-Aminobutyric Acid (GABA) Receptors for the Activities of Essential Oil against and Pollinator Bees.

The γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA) receptors play pivotal roles in the transmission of neuronal information in the nervous system of insects, which has led these proteins to be targeted by synthetic and natural products. Here, we assessed the insecticidal potential of the essential oil of (Gardner) Sch. Bip.

Potential of Ocotea indecora Essential Oil for Controlling Drosophila suzukii: Molecular Predictions for Toxicity and Selectivity to Beneficial Arthropods.

The protection of soft-skinned fruits against Drosophila suzukii has relied primarily on the efficacy of a few synthetic molecules. Despite their short-term efficacy, these molecules can cause environmental pollution, unintendedly affect non-target organisms, and fail to provide sustainable control. The shortfalls of using synthetic pesticides warrant the search for alternatives, such as essential oils extracted from plants, with greater eco-friendlier properties.

Novel Lactone-Based Insecticides and Management: Synthesis, Potential Action Mechanisms and Selectivity for Non-Target Parasitoids.

, an invasive insect pest, poses a significant threat to various fruit crops. The use of broad-spectrum insecticides to control this pest can reduce the effectiveness of biological control agents, such as the parasitoid . Here, we evaluated the toxicity of newly synthesized lactone derivatives on and their selectivity towards .

Potential Action Mechanism and Inhibition Efficacy of Essential Oil and Octanoic Acid against Infestations.

The use of plant-based products has been shown to efficiently inhibit fungi-mediated diseases in agricultural crops. Here, we extracted and evaluated the composition of noni, L., essential oil and assessed its activities against in L.

Potential of Ficus carica extracts against Euschistus heros: Toxicity of major active compounds and selectivity against beneficial insects.

Background: Using plant-based extracts and their constituents has been suggested as an alternative tool to replace or integrate with the synthetic compounds used to manage insect pests. Here, we evaluated the potential of extracts obtained from Ficus carica Linn (Moraceae) branches and leaves against the Neotropical brown stink bug, Euschistus heros, one of the most prevalent insect pests in soybean fields. We further isolated and evaluated the toxicity of the extracts' major components against E.