Gene‐specific double‐stranded <scp>RNAs</scp> induce mortality in the South African mealybug <scp> <i>Delottococcus aberiae</i> </scp>

This study demonstrates effective RNAi-mediated gene silencing in D. aberiae, highlighting its potential as a species-specific and sustainable control strategy. These findings pave the way for the development of RNAi-based biopesticides for the integrated management of invasive citrus mealybugs. © 2026 The Author(s). Pest Management Science published by John Wiley & Sons Ltd on behalf of Society of Chemical Industry.

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Pest Management Science
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2026-02-12
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https://doi.org/10.1002/ps.70626
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Research on scale insects
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This study demonstrates effective RNAi-mediated gene silencing in D. aberiae, highlighting its potential as a species-specific and sustainable control strategy. These findings pave the way for the development of RNAi-based biopesticides for the integrated management of invasive citrus mealybugs. © 2026 The Author(s). Pest Management Science published by John Wiley & Sons Ltd on behalf of Society of Chemical Industry.

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