Biopolymer beads extend fungus bioinsecticide shelf life and release

Researchers have used a biopolymer to encapsulate and extend the storage life and release rate of a bioinsecticidal fungus. The study is published in ACS Omega. The goal is to extend the shelf life of Beauveria bassiana, a fungus widely used as a bioinsecticide on various agricultural crops. Encapsulation is also a more sustainable alternative because it requires fewer applications and has less potential to affect nontarget species.