Evaluating Calmodulin-Targeting dsRNA as a Novel Control Strategy for Varroa destructor: Effects on Reproduction, Survival, and Locomotion
Varroa destructor (Varroa) is one of the major threats to honey bee (Apis mellifera) health worldwide and is a major contributor to colony losses. Current Varroa management relies heavily on chemical miticides such as flumethrin, but increasing concerns regarding resistance and chemical residues within hives have highl...