Comparação entre folhas de eucalipto e inseticida para proteção do feijão (Phaseolus vulgaris L) armazenado.

Abstract

The objective of this work was to compare the use of eucalyptus leaves with insecticide for insects control in stored beans. Three treatments were used: control, eucalyptus leaves and insecticide, with the product being stored for 8 months. The treatments were evaluated with analysis of infestation level, acidity and moisture content. In relation to the infestation level the three treatments were statistically different. The most adequate method for insects control was the use of insecticide, although the treatment with eucalyptus leaves also gave good results, with only 5.7% of infested grains after 8 months storage, which demonstrates the great possibilities for this alternative method of insect control in stored beans.