Biocontrol 3: What is a Baculovirus?
Learning Objective:
Participants should be able to identify and explain the life cycle of the fall armyworm.
Baculoviruses are a group of insect-specific viruses that can infect and kill FAW. They are typically applied as a spray, and once the FAW ingests the virus, it replicates within the insect’s cells, causing the insect to die. The virus then spreads to other FAW individuals, leading to a decrease in the pest population.
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Fawligen is a baculovirus that can be used to help control FAW. Learn how to apply in the field by watching this video.