Silencing core <scp>miRNA</scp> pathway genes disrupts ecdysis and development in white‐backed planthopper ( <scp> <i>Sogatella furcifera</i> </scp> ) via <scp>RNAi</scp> and nanocarrier‐mediated delivery

These findings demonstrate that miRNA core pathway genes are essential for WBPH ecdysis and survival, highlighting their potential as RNAi targets for precise, eco-friendly pest management. This work provides a mechanistic framework linking miRNA pathway disruption to lethal phenotypes in a major agricultural pest and introduces SI-NDGS as an innovative delivery strategy for RNAi-based crop protection. © 2026 Society of Chemical Industry.