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Population structure and genetic diversity of invasive Fall Armyworm after 2 years of introduction in India.
Scientific reports - 8 Apr 2021
Nayyar N, Gracy R G, Ashika T R, Mohan G, Swathi R S, Mohan M, Chaudhary M, Bakthavatsalam N, Venkatesan T
Abstract excerpt
Fall Armyworm (FAW), Spodoptera frugiperda, is a polyphagous pest capable of feeding over 80 plant species and was indigenous to the Western Hemisphere. Within a span of 4 years, FAW has established itself throughout most of the regions in Africa and Asia causing significant losses in maize production. Owing to its revamped distribution range, it would be prudent to analyze the ensuing genetic changes and study...
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