Author :
Publisher : UCANR Publications
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 32,20 MB
Release : 1996
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781879906303
Pest management information covers nearly 100 pest problems, including information on pesticide resistance, cotton aphid, silverleaf whitefly, pink bollworm, boll weevil, Fusarium wilt, Verticillium wilt, seedling diseases, velvetleaf, and disease-resistant cotton varieties. 180 color plates.
Author : National Research Council (U.S.). Study on Problems of Pest Control. Cotton Study Team
Publisher :
Page : 156 pages
File Size : 38,28 MB
Release : 1975
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN :
Factors affecting cotton production practices; Contemporary practices for pest management; Current trends and future alternatives in pest management; Developments in the cotton industry with potential; Delivery of integrated pest management programs; Effects of adopting alternative pest control practives; Relative environmental stress of producing.
Author : Graham A. Matthews
Publisher : CABI
Page : 308 pages
File Size : 26,35 MB
Release : 2021-12-23
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 1800620217
This book presents a global overview of the background to, and the current state of, crop protection and pest management in cotton crops. Cotton is one of the most economically important crops in the world and has been grown for centuries but maintaining high yields of good quality requires sophisticated approaches to pest management. The introduction and use of pesticides over the decades significantly increased cotton yields but lead to many adverse environmental impacts. Over time, new and alternative insecticides were developed but overuse has enabled pests to develop significant resistance. The development of genetically modified cotton varieties with toxins derived from Bacillus thuringiensis enabled much improved control of lepidopteran larvae, including bollworms, but as the toxins had no effect on sucking pests, farmers had no choice but to continue using insecticides. Also, some of the new cotton varieties developed in recent times have not adapted to different climatic conditions and the quality of cotton fibre declined as a result. This book shows the need for more research to select cotton varieties with high quality fibres suitable for different cotton growing areas and to develop integrated pest management strategies to minimise the use of pesticides. It also demonstrates the need for an inter-disciplinary approach bringing together plant breeders, entomologists, plant pathologists, agronomists and agricultural engineers to achieve high yields of high quality cotton.
Author : T. V. Sathe
Publisher : Daya Books
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 37,96 MB
Release : 2001
Category : Cotton
ISBN : 9788170352341
The book covers many recent advances pertaining to research on cotton. The useful information is provided on the marks of identification, life cycle, damage, hosts and various control measures of cotton pests. The book also provides rearing technique for some cotton pests and their biocontrol agents (parasitoids). As biological control is integral part of pest management, emphasis is given on the cotton-pest parasitoid interactions. Many cotton pests have developed the resistance against several insecticides. Infact, insecticidal use leads to very serious problems like secondary pest out-break, pest resurgence, interruption in ecocycles, air and water pollution, health hazards, killing of beneficial insects, etc. The knowledge on cotton pest parasitoids will facilitate the control of pests on cotton ecosystem by biological means. Several plates and illustrations enhance the pictorial value of the book. This book will be a useful guide to farmers, students, teachers and researchers in the pest management and of use as text book at graduate/post graduate level in agriculture. Contents: Chapter 1: Introduction, Chapter 2: Cotton Pests and their Control, Chapter 3: Rearing of Pests and their Parasitoids, Chapter 4: Pest Parasitoid Interactions (i) Nutrition, (ii) Mating Behaviour, (iii) Oviposition Behaviour (iv) Superparasitism, (v) Host Age Selection, (vi) Host Specificity, (vii) Life Tables and Intrinsic Rate of Increase, Chapter 5: Pest Parasitoid Crop Interactions, Chapter 6: Summary.
Author : Edward H. Smith
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 351 pages
File Size : 28,16 MB
Release : 2012-12-02
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0323154735
Pest Control Strategies is a compilation of papers presented at the symposium held at Cornell University in June 1977. It covers various aspects and issues on pest control. It also discusses the risks and benefits of using pesticides on human health as well as on the economy and environment. Composed of four parts, the book provides an overview of the various alternative pest control techniques and identifies possible solutions on crop pest problems. Part 1 discusses the role of the U.S. Department of Agriculture in the integrated pest management programs and policy. The following part discusses the complexity of pest management in terms of socioeconomic and legal aspects. Part 3 presents the different case studies about pest management. These case studies include the potentials for research and implementation of integrated pest management on deciduous tree-fruits and other agricultural crops. The last part of this collection describes the current status, needs, and future developments of integrated pest management. This book will be relevant to extension leaders, educators, government officials, and agriculturists as well as to students, teachers, and researchers who are interested in the integrated pest management program.
Author : Emily Cabrera
Publisher : University of Georgia Press
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 12,18 MB
Release : 2021-03-30
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0820361577
The Georgia Pest Management Handbook provides current information on selection, application, and safe use of pest control chemicals. This handbook has recommendations for pest control around homes and on pets; for pests of home garden vegetables, fruits, and ornamentals; and for pests of public health interest associated with our homes. Cultural, biological, physical, and other types of control are recommended where appropriate. Pesticide recommendations are based on information on the manufacturer labels and on performance data from research and extension trials at the University of Georgia and its sister institutions. Because environmental conditions, the severity of pest pressure, and methods of application vary widely, recommendations do not imply that performance of pesticides will always be acceptable. This publication is intended to be used only as a guide. Trade and brand names are used only for information. The University of Georgia does not guarantee nor warrant published standards on any product mentioned; nor does the use of a trade or brand name imply approval of any product to the exclusion of others that may also be suitable. Always follow the use instructions and precautions on the pesticide label. For questions, concerns, or improvement suggestions regarding the Georgia Pest Management Handbook, please contact your county agent.
Author : Eric F. Hequet
Publisher : Texas Tech University Press
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 26,73 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9780896725904
An essential reference for anyone searching for ways to avoid or mitigate the problem of cotton stickiness.
Author :
Publisher :
Page : 492 pages
File Size : 15,3 MB
Release : 1954
Category : Cotton
ISBN :
Author : Ronald D. Lacewell
Publisher :
Page : 238 pages
File Size : 14,39 MB
Release : 1977
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Publisher :
Page : 628 pages
File Size : 31,65 MB
Release : 1976
Category : Pesticides
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