Independent and Synergistic Effects of Knocking out Two ABC Transporter Genes on Resistance to <i>Bacillus thuringiensis</i> Toxins Cry1Ac and Cry1Fa in Diamondback Moth

Insecticidal proteins from <i>Bacillus thuringiensis</i> (Bt) are used widely in sprays and transgenic crops to control insect pests. However, evolution of resistance by pests can reduce the efficacy of Bt toxins. Here we analyzed resistance to Bt toxins Cry1Ac and Cry1Fa in the diamondb...

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Main Authors: Shan Zhao, Dong Jiang, Falong Wang, Yihua Yang, Bruce E. Tabashnik, Yidong Wu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-12-01
Series:Toxins
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6651/13/1/9