Development of Flavonoid Insecticides

Flavonoids are a group of natural compounds found in various plants. Some are potential candidates for insecticide development because of their insecticidal properties. Flavonoid insecticides mostly exist in the form of glycosides. They can be composed of various flavonoid glycosides depending on the sugar's type, number, linkage position and linkage mode. Some flavonoid insecticides are rotenone, elliptone, oxymatrine, etc.

Lifeasible has rich experience in biopesticide development and research. We are committed to offering various effective solutions for flavonoid insecticide development. We explore plant-derived biopesticide development and contribute to plant-derived pesticide development.

Insecticidal mechanism of flavonoid insecticides

Flavonoid insecticides target and disrupt physiological processes in insects, ultimately leading to insect pest death or reduced reproductive capacity. These insecticides act through various mechanisms, such as interfering with insect growth and development, disrupting feeding behavior, and inhibiting key biochemical processes.

The importance of flavonoids insecticides development

• Reduced environmental impact. Conventional chemical insecticides often have detrimental effects on ecosystems, including the unintended killing of beneficial insects, water pollution, and long-lasting residues in the environment. Flavonoid insecticides offer a more sustainable alternative, as they are derived from natural sources and have lower toxicity to non-target organisms.
• Resistance management. Insects can develop resistance to chemical insecticides as time passes by, rendering them ineffective. Flavonoids, with their complex chemical structures and diverse modes of action, present an excellent opportunity to develop insecticides that overcome or delay pest resistance development.
• Targeted pest control. Flavonoid insecticides can selectively target specific pests while minimizing harm to beneficial insects. This specificity reduces the ecological disruption caused by broad-spectrum insecticides and promotes integrated pest management practices.

What do we offer?

• Metabolic engineering. Biotechnological approaches, such as genetic engineering, can be employed to enhance flavonoids' insecticidal properties in plants. By introducing or modifying genes responsible for flavonoid biosynthesis, we can increase the yield of desired compounds and tailor their insecticidal activity.
• Microbial fermentation. Microorganisms naturally produce insecticidal flavonoids. Through fermentation processes, these compounds can be efficiently produced in large quantities. Microbial fermentation offers a sustainable and cost-effective method for flavonoid insecticide production.
• Biochemical extraction and purification. Flavonoids can be extracted from plant tissues using various techniques, such as solvent extraction and supercritical fluid extraction. These methods allow for the isolation and purification of specific flavonoids, ensuring their potency and efficacy as insecticides.

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