About this Research Topic
A range of new, innovative techniques including GM, GenEd, RNAi (SIGS, HIGS, VIGS), bio-control, gene drives, sterile insect techniques, etc., are being developed for the control of pests and pathogens. Many of these have the potential to provide new management solutions and substitutes for current chemical techniques. The potential contribution of these techniques to the management of current and predicted infestations of pests and diseases requires a detailed appraisal.
The potential contribution of new techniques to both current and future sustainable agriculture requires consideration. The goals of this Research Topic are to describe novel techniques and systems, their efficacy, applicability, sustainability, durability, biosafety, and their potential role in integrated pest and disease management (IPM) and sustainable crop production. Studies can include new challenges presented by climate change and novel pest and disease pressures.
We welcome authors to submit research papers on new technologies for :
• Pest control
• Vector control
• Fungal and bacterial Pathogen control
• Virus control
• Integrated pest and disease management systems
• Reviews of current techniques focusing on their durability, sustainability, and contribution to IPM.
The potential contribution of new techniques to both current and future sustainable agriculture requires consideration. The goals of this Research Topic are to describe novel techniques and systems, their efficacy, applicability, sustainability, durability, biosafety, and their potential role in integrated pest and disease management (IPM) and sustainable crop production. Studies can include new challenges presented by climate change and novel pest and disease pressures.
We welcome authors to submit research papers on new technologies for :
• Pest control
• Vector control
• Fungal and bacterial Pathogen control
• Virus control
• Integrated pest and disease management systems
• Reviews of current techniques focusing on their durability, sustainability, and contribution to IPM.
Keywords: IPM, GenEd, GM, pest control, gene drives, crop, virus control, vector control, RNAi
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