Spider mite control and resistance management: does a genome help?

Pest Manag Sci. 2013 Feb;69(2):156-9. doi: 10.1002/ps.3335. Epub 2012 Jun 14.

Abstract

The complete genome of the two-spotted spider mite, Tetranychus urticae, has been reported. This is the first sequenced genome of a highly polyphagous and resistant agricultural pest. The question as to what the genome offers the community working on spider mite control is addressed.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Drug Resistance
  • Genome*
  • Pesticides / pharmacology*
  • Tetranychidae / classification
  • Tetranychidae / drug effects*
  • Tetranychidae / genetics*
  • Tick Control*

Substances

  • Pesticides