Comparative virulence of the fungus Lecanicillium muscarium and two entomopathogenic nematodes against adult truffle beetles (Leiodes cinnamomeus) at low temperatures.
The truffle beetle, Leiodes cinnamomeus, is the most important pest in black truffle (Tuber melanosporum) plantations during autumn and winter. Entomopathogenic nematodes (EPNs) are promising biological control agents against L. cinnamomeus, while entomopathogenic fungi (EPF) are also commonly used in Integrated Pest M...