Aphid ‘Honeydew’ May Promote Bacteria That Kill Them

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Original post: Newswise - Drug and Drug Abuse Aphid 'Honeydew' May Promote Bacteria That Kill Them

The word ‘honeydew’ sounds benign, but the sugary waste product of aphids can promote growth of bacteria that are highly virulent to the pests, according to a new Cornell University study.