Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Pink Bollworm.
Pink Bollworm - as a noun
Larvae of a gelechiid moth introduced from asia; feeds on the seeds of cotton bolls
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gelechia gossypiellaExample Sentences
"The pink bollworm is a destructive pest that infests cotton crops."
"Farmers use integrated pest management techniques to control pink bollworm infestations."
"The pink bollworm larvae feed on the cotton bolls, causing damage to the crop."
"Agricultural scientists are researching ways to develop resistant cotton varieties to combat pink bollworms."
"The pink bollworm has developed resistance to some insecticides, making control measures more challenging."
