Biopolymer beads extend fungus bioinsecticide shelf life and release

Researchers have used a biopolymer to encapsulate and extend the storage life and release rate of a bioinsecticidal fungus.

The study is published in ACS Omega.

The goal is to extend the shelf life of Beauveria bassiana, a fungus widely used as a bioinsecticide on various agricultural crops.

Encapsulation is also a more sustainable alternative because it requires fewer applications and has less potential to affect nontarget species. ...