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A Bayesian Network to Prevent Mite Infestations in Rose Greenhouses
Mite infestation is a big threat for rose greenhouses. It is much easier to halt and destroy them if their future development can be predicted. Taking into account temperature, humidity, cropping practices, plant vigour and some other influent parameters,
Abbal, Philippe +4 more
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Abstract Introduction Asthma is one of the most common chronic diseases of childhood with morbidity disproportionately affecting children across different racial and/or ethnic groups and socioeconomic statuses, specifically Black children and those living in poverty. Hospitalization for asthma is a significant risk factor for future readmissions.
Amy R. Law +5 more
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ABSTRACT To meet the increasing food demands of a growing global population, agricultural productivity must rise substantially. However, the excessive reliance on synthetic pesticides has resulted in the development of resistance among stored‐product insect pests, necessitating the search for sustainable and eco‐friendly alternatives. The present study
Poornachandrika Viswanathan +2 more
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Relationship between landscape cultivation and lipid levels in absence of Varroa mite.
Mean +/- SE of lipid concentration of bees from hives without mite infestations kept in low cultivation and high cultivation areas.
Bryony C. Bonning (136006) +4 more
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ABSTRACT The overuse of synthetic pesticides in agriculture has raised significant environmental and health concerns. Biopesticides have emerged as viable, environmentally compatible alternatives. However, recent comprehensive reviews integrating all biopesticide categories and emphasizing their contribution to synthetic‐pesticide‐free and health‐safe ...
Molalign Assefa +5 more
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The decline in the bee colony strength due to high levels of Varroa destructor infestations necessitates the development of new control methods. This study evaluates the effectiveness of glycerin-oxalic acid strips and essential oils in managing Varroa ...
PR Hristov +3 more
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Exploring marking methods for the predatory hoverfly Sphaerophoria rueppellii (Diptera: Syrphidae)
As important pollinators and predators of aphids, hoverflies play an important role in ecosystems. This study focuses on identifying the best marking technique for the model species Sphaerophoria rueppellii that can be used to track hoverfly feeding and oviposition sites, evaluating three methods: rubidium (RbCl), fluorescein, and fluorescent dusts ...
Michele Violi +4 more
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Lizards and other reptiles are increasingly gaining popularity as pets worldwide. These animals may be commonly parasitized by species of mites such as Ophionyssus natricis, which are deleterious, also because of their role as vectors of pathogens ...
Jairo Alfonso Mendoza-Roldan +9 more
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Biting or irritating insects are a threat to the health and welfare of grazing animals. This systematic review reveals that several shrubs and bushes growing in the alpine area have insecticidal, insect‐repellent and/or attractant properties. The alder Alnus glutinosa, juniper Juniperus communis, spruce Picea abies and walnut Juglans regia are ...
Theresa Schlittenlacher +3 more
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Ectoparasite infestations negatively affect both backyard and commercial chicken flocks in the United States. Fluralaner is an isoxazoline shown to be efficacious in treating mite and bed bug infestations in poultry. Fluralaner is approved to treat fleas
Baxter A. Elliot +8 more
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