Archives of Phytopathology and Plant Protection (2006) 39, 247-251

A.M. Oparaeke and O.J. Bunmi (2006)
Insecticidal potential of cashew (Anacardium occidentale L.) for control of the beetle, Callosobruchus subinnotatus (Pic.) (Bruchidae) on bambarra-groundnut (Voandzeia subterranea L.) Verde
Archives of Phytopathology and Plant Protection 39 (4), 247-251
Abstract: The nut and shell of cashew (Anacardium occidentale L.) were evaluated for insecticidal efficacy at concentrations of 2.5, 5.0 and 7.5% per 150 g bambarra groundnut (Voandzeia subterranea L.) Verde seeds against Callosobruchus subinnotatus (Pic.) (Bruchidae). Cashew nut shell was highly toxic to C. subinnotatus and achieved 100% insect mortality within 48 hours at 7.5% and 100% mortality within 72 hours at 2.5 and 5.0% concentrations. Oviposition and progeny development of the insect were severely suppressed while seeds were protected from damage by the bruchid. Seed germination was, however, impaired at all concentrations, suggesting that seed treated with cashew products may be suitable for consumption but not be suitable as planting stock.
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Database assignments for author(s): A.M. Oparaeke

Research topic(s) for pests/diseases/weeds:
control - general

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Pest and/or beneficial records:

Beneficial	Pest/Disease/Weed	Crop/Product	Country	Quarant.
	Callosobruchus subinnotatus	Stored legumes
	Callosobruchus subinnotatus	Stored nuts