Abstract
Sorghum is one of the most important cereal crop in the world. It is a staple crop for human and other animals for food, feed, fodder, fiber, and fuel. Insect damage is one of the challenges that impacts sorghum yields. There are at least 150 insect species that can infest sorghum worldwide. These insects target various parts of sorghum plants at developmental stages, and they cause significant losses. This review summarizes the biology, ecology, genetics, and host-plant resistance mechanisms of the important insect pests of sorghum. Sorghum pest management research has focused until recently on the identification and development of resistant cultivar. Marker-assisted selection can speed up the breeding process and lead to gene pyramiding from diverse sources. Biotechnological approaches for achieving higher levels of resistance in sorghum are discussed. Several priority areas for research are suggested.
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
