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March 3, 2026Open Access
The impact of chemicals and additives on maize physiology and resistance to Spodoptera frugiperda
Key Points
Insecticide resistance shows a significant link to the expression of P450s, indicating a crucial physiological interaction.
Higher chemical doses may enhance control of Spodoptera frugiperda, leading to better pest management outcomes.
The method involved analyzing how different chemical treatments affect maize resistance mechanisms against pests.
Further studies are required to explore optimal dosages for effective pest management in agricultural settings.
Abstract
These results demonstrate the involvement of P450s in the development of insecticide resistance and suggest the importance of chemical dose on control of insect pests.