Entomophilic Nematodes as Biocontrol Agents Against Insect Pests: A Review

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Entomophilic Nematodes are unique because they are the only nematodes that have evolved the ability to enter the body cavity of the insect. However, a new interest has been kindled in this tiny worm in the recent past due to its excellent potential and quick knock-down effect on insects. It is well known that entomopathogenic nematodes (EPNs) are one of the most efficient biocontrol agents of insects that pose a threat to a variety of crops. The EPNs are nematodes that are utilized extensively. These nematodes can be used to manage insect pests that infest various crops and other plants. Both in vitro methods, such as solid or liquid fermentation, and in vivo methods, like insect baiting, can produce large quantities of these advantageous EPNs. Small-scale agricultural field operations, greenhouses, or laboratories are the best environments for in vivo and in vitro EPNs generation. The EPNs are significant as environmentally friendly products because they play a critical role in managing a variety of insect pests of field crops, stored goods, and grains, etc. this study, aim to summarize the parameters influencing the in vivo mass synthesis of EPNs and to describe the different steps and elements involved in this process.

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