Abstract
The Sterile Insect Technique (SIT) is used in Australia to control Queensland fruit flies Bactrocera tryoni. In SIT, millions of flies are produced in a factory rendered sterile by irradiation, and then released into nature. In essence, sex is the 'active ingredient' of SIT - more sexually proficient males men better pest control.
Original language | English |
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Pages | 32-32 |
Number of pages | 1 |
Publication status | Published - 2006 |
Event | ASSAB 2006 - Macquarie University, NSW, Australia Duration: 20 Apr 2006 → 23 Apr 2006 |
Conference
Conference | ASSAB 2006 |
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City | Macquarie University, NSW, Australia |
Period | 20/04/06 → 23/04/06 |