Materials and methods for control of insect pests using entomopathogenic fungi
US11963528B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 26, 2019 |
| Grant date | Apr 23, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 16, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02A40/10
- WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The subject invention relates to the production and use of entomopathogenic fungi for the control of arthropod pests. Specifically, the subject invention provides methods for producing Metarhizium anisopliae and Beauveria bassiana, as well as methods of their use, as biopesticidal compositions. Compositions are also provided for controlling arthropod pests, comprising one or more entomopathogenic fungi, a chitinase inducer, diatomaceous earth, and an anticoagulant.
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