The Economic Times

Wheat farmers have a new weapon against a pest that costs them $350 million a year; researchers are using straw bales to move tiny parasitoids into fields and fight the wheat stem sawfly

A new frontier in pest management is underway as researchers test a groundbreaking method to tackle the wheat stem sawfly issue. Utilizing baled wheat straw for the transport of Bracon parasitoids, these beneficial insects are set to control the sawfly population naturally. This sustainable and ecological solution promises to protect farmers' crops from severe losses, showcasing the potential of biological control in agriculture.