Diversity of parasitoid wasps (Insecta, Hymenoptera) in oilseed rape fields in Serbia.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Oilseed rape is an important crop grown worldwide and used for various purposes, including oil extraction and animal feed. In Europe, there are six major pest species and several other minor pests that can significantly affect oilseed rape production, requiring growers to effectively control them in order to ensure crop yield. The host-parasitoid complexes of these pests have been studied in detail and recorded mainly in western, central and northern Europe. As an abundant source of pollen and nectar, oilseed rape may also be attractive to other parasitoids that do not have direct trophic interactions with oilseed rape pest species. The aim of this study is to fill the knowledge gap regarding the wider parasitoid community in oilseed rape fields, particularly in southern

SUBMITTER: Plecas M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10716848 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature