Baculoviruses (Nucleopolyhedrobirus) do not show

Options

A. host specificity
B. narrow spectrum applications
C. effects on non-target pathogens
D. utility in IPM programme

Answer

C

Explanation

Nucleophyedrovirus are excellent candidates for species -specific, narrow spectrum insecticidal applications. They have been, shown to have no negative impacts on placts, mammals, birds, fish, or even on non-target insects. This is especially desirbale when beneficial insects are being conserved to aid in on overall integrated pest managements `(IPM)` programme, or when an ecologically sensitive area is being treated.