IRAC Susceptibility Test methods
Standard, validated and easy-to-run methods for resistance detection in the world’s major insect pests.
The IRAC Methods Team has worked in collaboration with experts in academia and other institutions to develop, validate and collate approved susceptibility test methods, available to all for free via its website.
These methods are crucial for successful monitoring of resistance problems around the world.
Search our test method library
Our web-based library allows you to filter by species, development stages and methodologies and search by keyword.
Learn how to use IRAC susceptibility test methods
IRAC has prepared all the guidance material you need to prepare, execute and record standardised susceptibility test methods.
Understanding test methodologies
Download an overview of susceptibility test method objectives, options, limitations, analysis and validation.
Preparing your insects for testing
Download comprehensive guidance on how to package and ship insects for the purpose of susceptibility testing.
Recording your test method data
Download a standardised template for recording the required susceptibility test information and test results.
Watch our video tutorials
Search our curated list of scientific papers relating to susceptibilty test methodologies.
Meet the technical experts behind our test methods, led by Franz-Josef Braun