Tuesday 11 June 2024

Larger Grain Borer: A Pesky Pest That Gets Peskier With Climate Change

Close-up image of a kernel of corn infested with larger grain borers. The kernel has multiple small holes and has been partially eaten, exposing the pests inside. The surface of the corn is covered with what appears to be fine powder or dust from the damage.

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Some insects may see growing populations and expanding ranges under warming climate conditions. A new study shows that the larger grain borer (Prostephanus truncatus), a pest of stored products, is likely to find suitable conditions further inland and outside the tropics in the future compared to its current range. [Read more]

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