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Abstract
Interest in the use of microbial pesticides has intensified because of public concern about the safety of chemical pesticides and their impact in the environment. Characteristics of the five groups of entomopathogens that have potential as microbial pesticides are briefly discussed and an update is provided on research and development activities underway to enhance the performance and use of microbial products. Emphasis is placed on viral and bacterial pesticides and their use in managing gypsy moth populations. The status of microbial pesticides registered by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and regulations governing their use are reviewed.
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McManus, Michael L. 1991. Microbial pesticides. IN: Gottschalk, Kurt W.; Twery, Mark J.; Smith, Shirley I., eds. Proceedings, U.S. Department of Agriculture interagency gypsy moth research review 1990; East Windsor, CT. Gen. Tech. Rep. NE-146. Radnor, PA: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, Northeastern Forest Experiment Station. 64-75.
