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Among the entomopathogenic bio-agents which contribute the most in biopesticide market share in India?
Among the entomopathogenic bio-agents which contribute the most in biopesticide market share in India?
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Protozoan bio-agents are specialized and used in integrated pest management, but bacterial biopesticides lead in market share.
Updated On: Jun 5, 2025
- Bacteria
- Fungi
- Protozoa
- Virus
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In India, protozoan bio
agents have niche but growing roles in biopesticide markets, although bacteria (especially Bacillus thuringiensis) dominate globally. Protozoa act against specific insect pests but contribute less in market share currently compared to bacteria and fungi.
agents have niche but growing roles in biopesticide markets, although bacteria (especially Bacillus thuringiensis) dominate globally. Protozoa act against specific insect pests but contribute less in market share currently compared to bacteria and fungi.
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