Modeling the impact of an exotic parasitoid, Diadegma semiclausum, on the diamondback moth, Plutella xylostella, in Kenya, using the Lotka-Volterra model

Abstract

Introduction Integrated pest management systems utilising the use/release of the parasitoid D. semiclausum have been developed to replace the pesticides only approach to diamondback moth control which is the major pest for crucifers worldwide. Consequently the impact of this strategy using mathematical model is paramount.