Enhancing the Virulence of Penicillium Sp. Entomopathogens against Armyworm Infestations Through Growth Medium Selection
Keywords:
entomopathogens , growth medium selection, potato dextrose agar (PDA)Abstract
In order to manage Armyworm numbers, this study examines how well Penicillium sp. entomopathogens' virulence can be enhanced through growth medium selection. When growing media were evaluated, Potato Dextrose Agar (PDA) outperformed Sabouroud's Dextrose Agar (SDA) in fostering faster fungal growth and conidia generation. Penicillium sp. cultures cultured on PDA demonstrated increased virulence against Armyworms, as validated by bioassays. Statistical research provided more evidence for PDA's ability to enhance fungal pathogenicity. These findings demonstrate the potential of PDA medium in long-term biological control techniques, with important implications for agricultural pest management. More investigation is necessary to investigate the field adaptability and long-term efficacy of PDA-based formulations. This research offers insightful information that may be used to improve pest management strategies and promote sustainable agriculture.
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