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Chennai Mosquito Control: Natural Biolarvicide Shows Promise in Water Tanks

A new study in Chennai highlights a natural insecticide derived from soil bacteria as a promising solution for mosquito control. Tested in water tanks, the biolarvicide Natular effectively killed malaria-causing larvae and prevented emergence for weeks, offering a potentially more sustainable alternative to current chemical fogging methods.

10 Mar 2026 11:56 pm