Entomopathogenic Fungi: As an Eco-Friendly Approach for the Management of Thrips Megalurothrips distalis Karny (Thysanpotera: Thripidae) and their Impact on the Yield in Mungbean (Vigna radiata (L.) Wilczek)

Abstract

The use of living organisms, Predators, parasitoids and microorganisms likewise fungi, bacteria and viruses has proven to be a viable and sustainable pest management technique. Entomopathogenic fungi (EPF) are currently used as biocontrol agents and are alternatives of synthetic insecticides in sustainable agriculture. The bio-efficacy of entomopathogenic fungi (EPF)