Department of Entomology
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Biological Control of Insects
Biological control of insects is fundamental to integrated pest management. Many research projects are integrating a biological control component in their insect management programs. Current and recent projects have looked at predators and their interaction with entomopathogens and plant resistance for control of the Colorado potato beetle. A long term and continuing project is to develop a better understanding of natural enemies utilizing sunflower insects and their impact and potential.
Biological Control of Weeds
Leafy spurge is a major weed pest of North Dakota and much of the upper Great Plains. Flea beetles, Apthona nigriscutus, have been successful in reducing leafy spurge stands by over x% in locations where they have been established for several years. Redistributions of North Dakota flea beetles numbering in the tens of millions of insects per year are made in the state and surrounding states and provinces.
Faculty with major efforts in biological control:
Charlet, Laurence D. Adjunct Professor, USDA-ARS. phone:
701-239-1313 E-mail: charletl@fargo.ars.usda.gov
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Department of Entomology, 202 Hultz Hall North Dakota State University, Fargo ND
Dr.
Don Kirby, School of Natural Resource Sciences Director |
updated 30 June, 2008 |