Transgenic sugarcane overexpressing CaneCPI-1 negatively affects the growth and development of the sugarcane weevil Sphenophorus levis

What is it about?

This paper describes the overexpression of a protease inhibitor (cystatin) in transgenic sugarcane. Plants overexpressing this cystatin were more resistant to sugarcane weevil attack.

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Why is it important?

This validate the overexpression of cystatins in sugarcane as a strategy to control coleoptera pests.