Olfactory preference in chemical host plant recognition by male and female click beetles and its implications for pest management

These findings facilitate the development of new approaches for Agriotes pest management. Understanding preferred plant VOCs aids in identifying attractive semiochemicals that can be used for monitoring female beetles. Additionally, recognizing attractive plants aids wireworm management by either avoiding them in crop rotations before sensitive crops (thus reducing oviposition) or by attracting beetles to specific areas where they can be targeted by control measures. © 2025 The Author(s). Pest Management Science published by John Wiley & Sons Ltd on behalf of Society of Chemical Industry.