The Future of Essential Oils as a Pest Biocontrol Method

Olivier Sparagano, James Pritchard, David George

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Abstract

Essential oils are now widespread as an alternative to synthetic pest control products in several sectors. Some are already commercially available, acting as repellents, attractants, or pesticides for use in agriculture, apiculture, livestock production, and treatment of companion animals and man alike. This chapter discusses examples from each of these areas and speculates on future research directions that may enable us to use essential oils more effectively.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationBio-Based Plant Oil Polymers and Composites
EditorsSamy A. Madbouly, Chaoqun Zhang, Michael R. Kessler
PublisherElsevier Inc.
Chapter12
Pages207-211
ISBN (Print)9780323371285, 9780323358330
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2016
Externally publishedYes

Publication series

NamePDL Handbook Series

Research Keywords

  • Biocontrol
  • Pest control plant-derived products
  • Plant essential oils

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