Metarhizium anisopliae is a broad-spectrum entomopathogenic fungus widely used in sustainable and organic agriculture for biological pest control.
Main applications in field:
Seed Dressing: Mixed with oil flowable concentrates to coat seeds (e.g., peanuts, sugarcane) for early-stage protection against grubs.
Soil Broadcast: Granular formulations are applied to the soil before sowing or during transplanting to build a long-term pest barrier.
Coarse Foliar Spray: Sprayed directly onto crops or the soil surface during peak pest activity or early larval stages.
Chemical-Biological Tank Mix: Combined with low doses of chemical insecticides or botanical pesticides (like matrine or azadirachtin) to accelerate pest knockdown and delay resistance.
