Organic Management of Mexican Bean Beetle (Epilachna Varivestis Mulsant) in Snap Bean (Phaseolus Vulgaris L.) (Paperback)

Various methods have been suggested to control or deter MBB from attacking bean crops, however conclusive data detailing the effectiveness of control methods and their effects on green bean yield are limited. Two separate experiments were performed to compare MBB management practices in snap bean crops and determine snap bean varieties with natural tolerance to MBB infestations. P. foveolatus in snap bean crops significantly (P0.05) increasing bean yield, however MBB larval, pupal, and adult populations were found to be different (P0.05) in any of the varieties studied.