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Sprayable RNA pesticide works best when potato beetles are small
October 30, 2025
ITHACA, New York, Oct. 30 -- Cornell University posted the following news:

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Sprayable RNA pesticide works best when potato beetles are small

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The first sprayable insecticide made of RNA can target and kill ravenous Colorado potato beetles while sparing most beneficial insects, making it a promising environmentally friendly option.

Colorado potato beetles can devastate entire fields of potatoes, tomatoes and eggplants, leadin . . .

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