2013
Development of genetic and chemical tactics for management of the Dectes stem borer in soybean
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Contributor/Checkoff:
Kansas Soybean Commission
Category:
Sustainable Production
Keywords:
GeneticsGenomics
Parent Project:
Development of soybean host plant resistance and other management options for the soybean stem borer
Lead Principal Investigator:
C Michael Smith, Kansas State University
Co-Principal Investigators:
Brian McCornack, Kansas State University
William Schapaugh, Kansas State University
Jeff Whitworth, Kansas State University
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Contributing Organization (Checkoff):
Kansas Soybean Commission
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Institution Funded:
Kansas State University
(n/a)
Brief Project Summary:

The occurrence of the Dectes stem borer, Dectes texanus, is increasing in parts of Kansas. However, the reason for this expansion is not known but may be attributed to the availability of alternate hosts, winter survival and other environmental factors.

Unique Keywords:
#breeding & genetics, #decetes stem borer, #soybean educational activities, #soybean germplasm screening, #soybean insect - control, #soybean variety testing
Information And Results
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