Grain traits and ozone exposure shape maize resistance to Sitophilus zeamais

Grain traits and ozone exposure shape maize resistance to Sitophilus zeamais

Abstract Maize plays a pivotal role in global food security, but post-harvest losses due to storage pests, particularly the maize weevil (Sitophilus zeamais), remain a significant challenge. This study evaluated resistance in 15 maize genotypes, including sweet corn, popcorn, and non-transgenic and...

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Main Authors: Ianne Lara O. de Meireles, Ana Caroline A. de Araújo, Catiane O. Souza, Fábio André G. S. Cavalcanti, Ernandes R. de Alencar, Jorge B. Torres, Raul Narciso C. Guedes, Cristina S. Bastos
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Portfolio 2025-07-01
Series:Scientific Reports
Subjects:
Synergism
Zea mays
Insect-host interaction
Nutrition
Gas
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-08428-x
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