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VOL. 10, ISSUE 5 (2025)
Assessing the suppressive effects of mineral oil on aphid populations in a controlled environment
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Akanksha Sharma, Neelam Kumari, Kailash C Naga, Sushila Devi, Himalya Sharma
Abstract

Experiments were carried out in a laboratory setting to examine how mineral oils affect the production rates of aphid nymphs. Five distinct mineral oils were evaluated at a concentration of 0.10ml/100ml, with each treatment and the control group having five replicates. The analysis focused on average reproduction rates and standard deviations. The findings reveal that treatments with mineral oils resulted in either an initial rise followed by a decline in nymph production or an overall reduction when compared to the control group. This research sheds light on the potential application of mineral oils for controlling aphids in agriculture, emphasizing the intricate effects these substances have on aphid reproduction. Additional studies are necessary to fully comprehend the mechanisms driving these changes and to refine mineral oil usage for effective pest management strategies.

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Akanksha Sharma, Neelam Kumari, Kailash C Naga, Sushila Devi, Himalya Sharma "Assessing the suppressive effects of mineral oil on aphid populations in a controlled environment". International Journal of Entomology Research, Vol 10, Issue 5, 2025, Pages 1-7
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