Evaluating the potential of <scp>RNA</scp> interference for control of striped cucumber beetle, <scp> <i>Acalymma vittatum</i> </scp> (Fabricius) (Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae)

Although SCB has a robust RNAi response to injected dsRNA, oral RNAi works less efficiently. Knockdown of the most highly expressed dsRNase gene in the SCB gut did not enhance oral RNAi. This suggests nucleases may not be the main reason for the reduced oral RNAi efficiency in SCB and other factors are likely to be involved. © 2025 His Majesty the King in Right of Canada. Pest Management Science published by John Wiley & Sons Ltd on behalf of Society of Chemical Industry. Reproduced with the permission of the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food.