Corn Rootworm: Small Insect, Big Impact

Corn rootworm can cause devastating effects to corn yields. The focus of this lesson is the ongoing research of scientists as they work to combat the resistance of corn rootworm to control measures. The importance of this research in developing Insect Resistance Management strategies is discussed. Objectives After reading this lesson you should be able to List reasons for collecting data/doing research. Describe a field research study that tests a hypothesis on transgenic control of corn rootworm populations. Define and identify different levels of selection pressure. Predict the impact a specific selection pressure can have on the corn rootworm population. The target audience for this lesson is the undergraduate college learner and the general public. Modules: Lesson home Objectives The Problem The Research - Part 1 The Research - Part 2 Selection Pressure The Search for Survivors Bt Corn Refuge...In a Bag Conclusion Review Questions Video