Question

Write a short note.

Bioinsecticides

Answer 1

1. Bioinsecticides are insecticides derived from natural biological agents.
2. Bacterial and fungal toxins which can destroy pests and pathogens can be directly integrated into plants with the help of biotechnology.
3. Being toxic to insects, they do not consume the plants.
4. Similar to bacteria, some species of fungi and viruses are useful as pesticides.
   e.g. Spinosad, a byproduct of fermentation is a biopesticide.