Utilizing Organic Waste for Biopesticide: Efficacy and Mortality Test Against Spodoptera litura with Entomopathogenic Microorganisms

Raden Darmawan*, Sashi Agustina, Nisa’Ul Afifah Aini, Michellia Pramoryza, Sri Rachmania Juliastuti

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Abstract

This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of using organic waste and bacterial consortiums to control Spodoptera litura, a major agricultural pest that causes significant losses to farmers. The bacterial consortiums used in this study were Bacillus thuringiensis, Bacillus cereus, Pseudomonas fluorescens, and the bacterial community of Sidoarjo mud. The study also aimed to determine the activity of Spodoptera litura after treatment. The bacterial growth phase was observed, and nutrient broth liquid media was prepared and sterilized. Organic waste of coconut water and 10% molasses were used as substrates for bacterial contact. Spodoptera litura larvae were treated with biopesticide and mustard greens, and activity and mortality rates were observed at 4 hours, 24 hours, 48 hours, and 72 hours. The results showed that the bacterial consortiums and organic waste mixture were effective in controlling Spodoptera litura, with a pathogenicity value of LT50 for 22 hours and a mortality rate of 100%. This study provides valuable insights into the use of eco-friendly strategies for pest management and offers practical solutions for farmers to steer agriculture towards sustainability.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication4th International Seminar on Fundamental and Application of Chemical Engineering, ISFAChE 2022
EditorsHikmatun Ni'mah, Annas Wiguno, Rizky Tetrisyanda, Jan Degreve, Manabu Shimada, Yi-Hsu Ju, Arshad Ahmad, Rendra Panca Anugraha, Fahmi Fahmi, Wahyu Meka, Mohammad Irwan Fatkhur Rozy
PublisherTrans Tech Publications Ltd
Pages51-70
Number of pages20
ISBN (Print)9783036414959
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2024
Event4th International Seminar on Fundamental and Application of Chemical Engineering, ISFAChE 2022 - Virtual, Online
Duration: 26 Oct 202227 Oct 2022

Publication series

NameAdvances in Science and Technology
Volume138
ISSN (Print)1662-8969
ISSN (Electronic)1662-0356

Conference

Conference4th International Seminar on Fundamental and Application of Chemical Engineering, ISFAChE 2022
CityVirtual, Online
Period26/10/2227/10/22

Keywords

  • Spodoptera litura
  • biopesticide
  • entomopathogenic microorganisms
  • mortality
  • organic waste

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