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Gustatory stimulant composition useful for corn rootworm control

US5464618A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateFeb 9, 1994
Grant dateNov 7, 1995
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Expiry dateFeb 9, 2014

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA01N25/006
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A gustatory stimulant composition for beetles of the sub-family Galerucinae comprising a dried and powdered Cucurbitaceae plant material, a lubricant, and an adherent, and a method of making the composition are disclosed. Methods for enhancing the effectiveness of an adulticide used against galerucinid beetles, for controlling a beetle population, and for stimulating the feeding of a beetle population with the composition of this invention are also disclosed.

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