Author : Elaine J. Brough
Publisher :
Page : 268 pages
File Size : 37,77 MB
Release : 1994
Category : Horticultural crops
ISBN :
Reference for growers of major horticultural crops, and also useful for agriculture and horticulture advisers and students. Designed to aid in efficient chemical, cultural and biological management of insect and mite pests of over 45 crops. Provides information on topics such as damage symptoms and timing of control, and lists common and scientific names of pests.
Author : John A. Davidson
Publisher :
Page : 133 pages
File Size : 28,71 MB
Release : 2014
Category : Insect pests
ISBN : 9780984314591
Author : John A. Davidson
Publisher :
Page : 157 pages
File Size : 25,62 MB
Release : 2009-01-01
Category : Insect pests
ISBN : 9780984314508
"Newly revised. The definitive source for managing insects and mites on woody plants, this book enables the user to quickly identify and research more than 145 different pests. The is introduction to Integrated Pest Management will guide you through the process of developing and implementing an IPM program, including: -principles and components of integrated Pest Management -elements involved in developing a program for landscape IPM -creation of a landscape site evaluation guide -agents of biological control -lifecycles of predatory insects -guidelines for managing populations of naturally occurring predators and parasites -pest monitoring -guide to insect and mite pests -pesticide use -identification, monitoring and control."--pub. desc.
Author : Rachna Gulati
Publisher : New India Publishing
Page : 390 pages
File Size : 13,82 MB
Release : 2013-01-15
Category : Horticultural crops
ISBN : 9789381450710
The book is intended to provide a clear overview on the management of pests and diseases of horticulture crops, associated soil and beneficial fauna, residue status of pesticides and their estimation techniques. It is divided in four parts: Part I explain the practices followed in the pest management of horticulture crops. s include pest status of insects, mites, rodents, and diseases in fruits, vegetables, ornamentals, spices and mushrooms and their management. Different aspects of biological, cultural, and mechanical controls are also highlighted. Harmful and beneficial soil fauna associated with horticulture crops are dealt in Part II. Keeping in view the potential of beneficial organisms, the effects of pesticides on predators, parasites and pollinators have also been discussed in this section. The recent scientific developments related to residue status in vegetables, fruits and spices are provided in Part III. Part IV includes the residue estimation techniques of various pesticides.
Author : Shivaji Patil
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 15,58 MB
Release : 2015-03
Category :
ISBN : 9781681170770
Pest damage can range from leaf damage that has no effect on the value of the fruit to severe damage that kills plants, significantly reduces crop yield or reduces the crop's market value. Pests may also cause contamination of fruit at harvest, reducing its marketability. Fruit pests include insects and mites, pathogens, nematodes, weeds and vertebrates. Effective pest management is based on thorough consideration of ecological and economic factors. The pest, its biology and the type of damage it causes are some of the factors that determine which control strategies and methods, if any, should be used. Pest management decisions largely determine the kind and amount of pesticides used. Pest management decisions represent a compromise between the value of the product, the extent of the pest damage, the relative effectiveness and cost of the control measures, and the impact on the environment. Pesticide application refers to the practical way in which pesticides, (including herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, or nematode control agents) are delivered to their biological targets (e.g. pest organism, crop or other plant). Public concern about the use of pesticides has highlighted the need to make this process as efficient as possible, in order to minimize their release into the environment and human exposure.
Author : P.P. Reddy
Publisher : Scientific Publishers
Page : 398 pages
File Size : 50,87 MB
Release : 2017-05-01
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9386347644
Horticulture in India is fast emerging as a major commercial venture, because of higher remuneration per unit area and the realization that consumption of fruits and vegetables is essential for health and nutrition. In the last one decade, export potential of horticultural crops has significantly increased attracting even multinationals into floriculture, processing and value added products. Productivity of horticultural crops in India is relatively low compared to other countries. Of the several factors responsible for lower productivity of horticultural crops, pests (insect, mite and vertebrate pests) are considered as important limiting factors. The annual losses due to pests to all the crops in India was estimated at Rs. 60,000 million in 1983, which at today’s prices could exceed Rs. 200,000 million. The information on pests (insect, mite and vertebrate pests) in horticultural crops is very much scattered. There is no such book at present which comprehensively and exclusively deals with the above aspects on horticultural crops. The present book deals with geographical distribution, damage, host range, biology, predisposing factors, and management of insect, mite and vertebrate pests in horticultural crops in detail using regulatory, physical, cultural, chemical, biological, host plant resistance and integrated methods. The book is extensively illustrated with excellent quality photographs enhancing the quality of publication. This book is a practical guide to practicing farmers of horticultural crops. Further, it is a useful reference to policy makers, research and extension workers and students. The material can also be used for teaching undergraduate and post-graduate courses.
Author : Omkar
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 764 pages
File Size : 29,30 MB
Release : 2016-02-03
Category : Science
ISBN : 0128032669
Ecofriendly Pest Management for Food Security explores the broad range of opportunity and challenges afforded by Integrated Pest Management systems. The book focuses on the insect resistance that has developed as a result of pest control chemicals, and how new methods of environmentally complementary pest control can be used to suppress harmful organisms while protecting the soil, plants, and air around them. As the world’s population continues its rapid increase, this book addresses the production of cereals, vegetables, fruits, and other foods and their subsequent demand increase. Traditional means of food crop production face proven limitations and increasing research is turning to alternative means of crop growth and protection. Addresses environmentally focused pest control with specific attention to its role in food security and sustainability. Includes a range of pest management methods, from natural enemies to biomolecules. Written by experts with extensive real-world experience.
Author : H. C. L. Gupta
Publisher :
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 42,34 MB
Release : 2005
Category : Farm produce
ISBN :
Author : Ramanuj Vishwakarma
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 207 pages
File Size : 45,30 MB
Release : 2020-04-13
Category : Science
ISBN : 1000596710
This new book on the sustainable management of insect pests in important vegetables offers valuable management strategies in detail. It focuses on eco-friendly technology and approaches to mitigating the damage caused by insect pests with special reference to newer insecticides. Chapters in the volume provide an introduction to vegetable entomology and go on to present a plethora of research on sustainable eco-friendly pest management strategies for root vegetables, spice crops, tuber crops, and more. Vegetable crops that are infested by several insect pests from the nursery to the harvesting stage cause enormous crop losses. Given that it is estimated that up to 40 percent of global crops are lost to agricultural pests each year, new research on effective management strategies is vital. The valuable information provided in this book will be very helpful for faculty and advanced-level students, scientists and researchers, policymakers, and others involved in pest management for vegetable crops.
Author : Mary Louise Flint
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 37,28 MB
Release : 1998
Category : Agricultural pests
ISBN : 0520218108
Authoritative text enables readers to identify pests quickly and to prevent, correct, or live with most common pest problems. 250 color photos, 100 drawings.
