Gal'chinsky, N.V., Yatskova, E., Novikov, I., Sharmagiy, A., Plugatar, Y., & Oberemok, V. 2024 Mixed insect pest populations of Diaspididae species under control of oligonucleotide insecticides: 3′-end nucleotide matters. Pesticide Biochemistry and Physiology 200: 105838

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chemical control

Notes: Chemical control is the primary management approach for armored scale infestation. However, chemical insecticides do not possess selectivity in action and not always effective enough for the control of armored scale insects. Our previous work showed that green oligonucleotide insecticides (olinscides) are highly effective against armored and soft scale insects. Moreover, olinscides possess affordability, selectivity in action, fast biodegradability, and a low carbon footprint.