Master’s Thesis at University of Basrah Examines Fungal Biocontrol of the Khapra Beetle
A master’s thesis at the College of Agriculture, University of Basrah, investigated the isolation and identification of fungi associated with the Khapra beetle and their potential for biological control.
The thesis, submitted by researcher Enas Asmar Ali, aimed to protect wheat grains and prepare them as viable seeds for cultivation, in addition to isolating and identifying the fungi through morphological and genetic methods.
The study highlighted the threat posed by the pest and its damage to cereal grains, including reduced nutritional value and contamination with pest residues.
The results showed varying levels of effectiveness of fungal filtrates in controlling the pest, without negatively affecting wheat germination.
The study recommended incorporating these fungi into integrated pest management programs as a safe and sustainable alternative to chemical pesticides.
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