The control of storage insect pests is largely based on synthetic pesticides. However, due to
fast growing resistance in the targeted insects, negative impact on humans and non-target …

Natural products, especially those derived from plants, have been used to help mankind
sustain its health since the dawn of medicine. Over the past century, the phytochemicals in …

The granary weevil Sitophilus granarius is a stored product pest found worldwide.
Environmental damages, human health issues and the emergence of resistance are driving …

Fruit and leaf essential oils of Schinus molle showed insect repellent and insecticidal activity
against Trogoderma granarium and Tribolium castaneum. In these oils, 65 components …

Lamiaceae have traditionally been used in develo** countries for their insecticidal and
repellent properties against several insect species. In our research, the essential oil (EO) …

The essential oils from the dried fruits of three common spices, Trachyspermum ammi,
Anethum graveolens and Nigella sativa were isolated by hydrodistillation and its repellent …

Honey bees (genus Apis) are well known for the impressive suite of nest defenses they have
evolved to protect their abundant stockpiles of food and the large colonies they sustain. In …

The use of essential oils extracted from native aromatic plants is perceived as a promising
alternative to protect stored cowpeas in West Africa. However the optimal conditions for their …

The insecticidal properties of formulations based on Ocimum gratissimum essential oil and
montmorillonite clay have been improved after modifications of the clay. Insecticidal tests …

This study aims to develop eco-friendly botanical pesticides. Dried fruits of star anise
(Illicium verum Hook. f.(Austrobaileyales: Schisandraceae)) were extracted with methyl …