S. Aminah

Effect of silica amendment on brown planthopper infestation in susceptible and resistant rice varieties

The brown planthopper (BPH, Nilaparvata lugens) remains a major constraint in rice production across Asia, causing yield losses of up to 60–100% under severe infestation. Excessive reliance on chemical insecticides has proven unsustainable, leading to resistance, resurgence, and ecological risks. This study evaluated t...