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A comparative study of arthropod diversity on conventional and Bt–maize at two irrigation schemes in South Africa
(North-West University, 2011)
The purpose of the research was to explore the experiences of educators regarding the
training for the implementation of inclusive education in a Full Service school. A qualitative
research design was chosen, using a ...
Diversity of gut–microorganisms in Bt–resistant and Bt–susceptible larvae of the maize stem borer (Busseola fusca) (Lepidoptera : Noctuidae)
(North-West University, 2012)
Maize is one of Africa’s main food sources. It is therefore important to protect this crop
against pests such as the maize stem borer Busseola fusca. Genetically modified Bacillus
thuringiensis (Bt) maize has been shown ...
Estimating the impacts of climate change on interactions between different lepidopteran stemborer species
(North-West University, 2015)
The production of cereals, especially maize, which is a staple food in sub-Saharan
Africa, is challenged by pests and diseases. In addition, climate change will exacerbate
the magnitude of these challenges and agriculture ...
Distribution of Mantodea in South Africa and biological studies of selected species
(North-West University (South Africa), 2020)
Despite human fascination with the Mantodea or praying/preying mantids over millennia, very little is known about of their diversity, biology and ecology, especially in South Africa. Praying mantids are not only important ...
Oviposition site preference of lacewings in maize ecosystems and the effect of Bt maize on Chrysoperla pudica (Neuroptera: Chrysopidae)
(North-West University, 2010)
Resistance development and possible non–target effects have been of concern since the first deployment of genetically modified crops with insecticidal properties. It is especially at the third trophic level and with
important ...
Integrated management of Plutella xylostella (Lepidoptera: Plutellidae) in vegetable growth tunnels
(North-West University (South Africa), 2019)
Plutella xylostella (L.) (Lepidoptera: Plutellidae) is a major pest on all Brassicaceae in South Africa. Insecticide application is the main control strategy worldwide and concerns are raised about the susceptibility of ...
The potential of biopesticides for control of Tuta absoluta (Meyrick) (Lepidoptera : Gelechiidae
(North-West University (South Africa), 2022)
The invasive South American tomato pinworm, Tuta absoluta (Meyrick) (Lepidoptera: Gelechiidae) is one of the biggest threats to tomato production. Although other management strategies are used, control of this pest mainly ...
Busseola fusca (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) moth and larval behaviour in Bt- and non-Bt maize: an IRM perspective
(North-West University (South Africa), 2020)
The African maize stemborer, Busseola fusca (Fuller) (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) is one of the most damaging pest species of maize in Africa. Genetically modified (GM) Bt maize that expresses insecticidal Cry proteins could ...
Host plant suitability and efficacy of selected insecticides for control of Tuta absoluta (Lepidoptera : Gelechiidae)
(North-West University (South Africa), 2021)
Tuta absoluta (Meyrick) (Lepidoptera: Gelechiidae) is an oligophagous species, native to the neotropics of South America and is one of the most serious pests of tomato globally. Tuta absoluta develops on various cultivated ...
Quantifying the pollination ecosystem service provided by non-Apis bees in tomato production
(North-West University (South Africa), 2021)
Pollination provided by bee species is a key contributor to the reproductive success of a wide variety of crops. In South Africa, tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) is among the most important cash crops. Tomato flowers are ...