Comparative Performance of Pyrethrum [Chrysanthemum cinerariifolium Treviranus (Vis.)] Extract and Cypermethrin on Some Field Insect Pests of Groundnut (Arachis hypogaea L.) in Southeastern Nigeria

Ojiako, F. O.; Dialoke, S. A.; Ihejirika, G. O.; Ahuchaogu, Christopher Emeka; Ohiri, Chinyere

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“…The generally low termite abundance in the conventional farming systems could also be attributed to the synthetic pesticides applied. Other authors found that synthetic pesticide can be highly effective [37,38], but also varies depending on the applied management practices [39,40]. In the current trial effectiveness of the synthetic pesticides was also generally rated as varied i.e.…”

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The impact of conventional and organic farming on soil biodiversity conservation: a case study on termites in the long-term farming systems comparison trials in Kenya

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Background: A long-term experiment at two trial sites in Kenya has been on-going since 2007 to assess the effect of organic and conventional farming systems on productivity, profitability and sustainability. During these trials the presence of significant numbers of termites (Isoptera) was observed. Termites are major soil macrofauna and within literature they are either depict as 'pests' or as important indicator for environmental sustainability. The extent by which termites may be managed to avoid crop damage, but improve sustainability of farming systems is worthwhile to understand. Therefore, a study on termites was added to the long-term experiments in Kenya. The objectives of the study were to quantify the effect of organic (Org) and conventional (Conv) farming systems at two input levels (low and high) on the abundance, incidence, diversity and foraging activities of termites. Results:The results showed higher termite abundance, incidence, activity and diversity in Org-High compared to Conv-High, Conv-Low and Org-Low. However, the termite presence in each system was also dependent on soil depth, trial site and cropping season. During the experiment, nine different termite genera were identified, that belong to three subfamilies: (i) Macrotermitinae (genera: Allodontotermes, Ancistrotermes, Macrotermes, Microtermes, Odontotermes and Pseudocanthotermes), (ii) Termitinae (Amitermes and Cubitermes) and (iii) Nasutitiermitinae (Trinervitermes). Conclusions:We hypothesize that the presence of termites within the different farming systems might be influenced by the types of input applied, the soil moisture content and the occurrence of natural enemies. Our findings further demonstrate that the organic high input system attracts termites, which are an important, and often beneficial, component of soil fauna. This further increases the potential of such systems in enhancing sustainable agricultural production in Kenya.

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The impact of conventional and organic farming on soil biodiversity conservation: a case study on termites in the long-term farming systems comparison trials in Kenya

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“…Recently, Mahesh et al (2014) reported first time from India drumstick pod fly, Gitona distigma (Meigen) as a pest of Moringa, which has became one of the most serious pests of the crop with infestation starting from fruit initiation and persisting till harvests causing very heavy losses especially under poor management conditions.Similarly,Ojiako et al (2012) identified several nursery insect pests of M. oleifera Lam. in Owerri, Nigeria, but however, added that such attacks were of non-significant nature.…”

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Severe Damage of Moringa Oleifera Lam. Leaves by Ulopeza Phaeothoracica Hampson (Lepidoptera: Crambidae) in Ungogo Local Government Area, Kano State, Nigeria: A Short Communication

Yusuf¹,

Yusif²

2014

Bayero J. Pure App. Sci.

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The work was carried out at a location (11 0 58`N and 8 0 26`E) in Ungogo Local Government area of Kano State, Nigeria with objective of identifying an unfamiliar larva feeding on Moringa leaves and to describe its nature of damage. The leaf feeding larvae were sampled and reared through to pupation and to adulthood in the Entomology laboratory, Crop Protection Department, Faculty of Agriculture, Bayero University, Kano, Kano State. The adults that emerged were identified to be Ulopeza phaeothoracica Hampson. On the larval feeding, it was observed that damage caused was very severe on a heavily infested young Moringa tree at the study location. In conclusion, the study revealed that U. phaeothoracica is a leaf feeding pest of M. oleifera and that its activity could be of serious concern especially on young trees of Moringa, kept under poor management conditions.

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Potential of Indigenous Pesticidal Plants in the Control of Field and Post-Harvest Arthropod Pests in Bambara Groundnuts (Vigna subterranea (L.) Verdc.) in Africa: A Review

Tlankka¹,

Mbega²,

Ndakidemi³

2020

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Bambara groundnuts (Vigna subterranea (L.) Verdc.) is an important leguminous crop native in Africa and is mainly cultivated for its highly nutritious grains. However, bambara groundnuts production is constrained by many insect pests including aphids (Aphids sp.), leaf hopers (Hilda patruelis), foliage beetles (Ootheca mutabilis), pod sucking bugs (Clavigralla tomentosicollis), red spider mites (Tetrunychus sp.), groundnut jassids in the field and bruchids (Callosobruchus maculatus, and Callosobruchus subinnotatus) in the storage. Smallholder farmers usually apply synthetic pesticides to control those insect pests. However, synthetic pesticides are potentially harmful to the environment, non-targeted animals and human's health. Pesticidal plants such as B. pilosa, L. camara, T. vogelii, V. amygdalina, L. javanica, T. diversifolia, and C. dichogamus which are available in most parts of Africa where How to cite this paper: Tlankka, N.S., Mbega, E.R. and Ndakidemi, P.A. (2020) Potential of Indigenous Pesticidal Plants in the Control of Field and Post-Harvest Arthropod Pests in Bambara Groundnuts (Vigna subterranea (L.) Verdc.

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Comparative Performance of Pyrethrum [Chrysanthemum cinerariifolium Treviranus (Vis.)] Extract and Cypermethrin on Some Field Insect Pests of Groundnut (Arachis hypogaea L.) in Southeastern Nigeria

Abstract: Study to evaluate the insecticidal efficacy of pyrethrum, Chrysanthemum cinerariifolium, relative to a synthetic insecticide (Cypermethrin 10 E. C) in the control of some field pests of groundnut was carried out at the Teaching and

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The impact of conventional and organic farming on soil biodiversity conservation: a case study on termites in the long-term farming systems comparison trials in Kenya

The impact of conventional and organic farming on soil biodiversity conservation: a case study on termites in the long-term farming systems comparison trials in Kenya

<b>Severe Damage of <i>Moringa Oleifera</i> Lam. Leaves by <i>Ulopeza Phaeothoracica</i> Hampson (Lepidoptera: Crambidae) in Ungogo Local Government Area, Kano State, Nigeria: A Short Communication</b>

Potential of Indigenous Pesticidal Plants in the Control of Field and Post-Harvest Arthropod Pests in Bambara Groundnuts (<i>Vigna subterranea</i> (L.) Verdc.) in Africa: A Review

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Comparative Performance of Pyrethrum [Chrysanthemum cinerariifolium Treviranus (Vis.)] Extract and Cypermethrin on Some Field Insect Pests of Groundnut (Arachis hypogaea L.) in Southeastern Nigeria

Abstract: Study to evaluate the insecticidal efficacy of pyrethrum, Chrysanthemum cinerariifolium, relative to a synthetic insecticide (Cypermethrin 10 E. C) in the control of some field pests of groundnut was carried out at the Teaching and

Cited by 3 publications

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The impact of conventional and organic farming on soil biodiversity conservation: a case study on termites in the long-term farming systems comparison trials in Kenya

The impact of conventional and organic farming on soil biodiversity conservation: a case study on termites in the long-term farming systems comparison trials in Kenya

<b>Severe Damage of <i>Moringa Oleifera</i> Lam. Leaves by <i>Ulopeza Phaeothoracica</i> Hampson (Lepidoptera: Crambidae) in Ungogo Local Government Area, Kano State, Nigeria: A Short Communication</b>

Potential of Indigenous Pesticidal Plants in the Control of Field and Post-Harvest Arthropod Pests in Bambara Groundnuts (&lt;i&gt;Vigna subterranea&lt;/i&gt; (L.) Verdc.) in Africa: A Review

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Potential of Indigenous Pesticidal Plants in the Control of Field and Post-Harvest Arthropod Pests in Bambara Groundnuts (<i>Vigna subterranea</i> (L.) Verdc.) in Africa: A Review