The effect of diversified cropping on phytophagous insect behaviors
Author of the article:DONG Wen-Xia XU Ning XIAO Chun
Author's Workplace:Institute of Plant Protection, Yunnan Agricultural University
Key Words:Crop, diversified cropping, phytophagous insect, behavior, effect
Abstract:Increasing habitat diversity and agro-ecosystems stability by optimum distribution of crop genetic and species diversification in order to reduce pest damage has been a focus in agricultural research and a trend in insect pest control. However, its mechanisms and degree of pest reduction are dependent on a thorough understanding of the behavior of the insect species. The phytophagous insects’ host location, mating, movement, oviposition, and feeding behaviors are disturbed in the diversified cropping system. The effect of diversified cropping on phytophagous insect behavior is thoroughly discussed in this paper based on domestic and foreign research reports, as well as current research problems and future perspectives.