Control Of Pests And Weeds By Natural Enemies

Author : Roy van Driesche,Mark Hoddle,Ted Center
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 484 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2009-01-26
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781444300413

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Control of Pests and Weeds by Natural Enemies by Roy van Driesche,Mark Hoddle,Ted Center Pdf

Biological control – utilizing a population of natural enemies to seasonally or permanently suppress pests – is not a new concept. The cottony cushion scale, which nearly destroyed the citrus industry of California, was controlled by an introduced predatory insect in the 1880s. Accelerated invasions by insects and spread of weedy non-native plants in the last century have increased the need for the use of biological control. Use of carefully chosen natural enemies has become a major tool for the protection of natural ecosystems, biodiversity and agricultural and urban environments. This book offers a multifaceted yet integrated discussion on two major applications of biological control: permanent control of invasive insects and plants at the landscape level and temporary suppression of both native and exotic pests in farms, tree plantations, and greenhouses. Written by leading international experts in the field, the text discusses control of invasive species and the role of natural enemies in pest management. This book is essential reading for courses on Invasive Species, Pest Management, and Crop Protection. It is an invaluable reference book for biocontrol professionals, restorationists, agriculturalists, and wildlife biologists. Further information and resources can be found on the Editor’s own website at: www.invasiveforestinsectandweedbiocontrol.info/index.htm

Author : Paul DeBach,David Rosen
Publisher : CUP Archive
Page : 466 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 1991-06-27
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0521391911

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Biological Control by Natural Enemies by Paul DeBach,David Rosen Pdf

A concise account examining the historical background of biological control.

Author : Mary Louise Flint,Steve H. Dreistadt,Jack Kelly Clark
Publisher : UCANR Publications
Page : 154 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9781879906372

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Natural Enemies Handbook by Mary Louise Flint,Steve H. Dreistadt,Jack Kelly Clark Pdf

The Best-Ever Practical Guide to Biological Control. This book will help you find, identify, and use natural enemies to control pests in almost any agricultural crop, garden, or landscape. First use the handy Quick Guide feature to locate natural enemies. Then go to the main text for clear, detailed information. 180 high-quality color photographs and 140 expertly rendered drawings show hundreds of predators, parasites, and pathogens that attack pest insects, mites, nematodes, plant pathogens, and weeds. References, suppliers, and a comprehensive index make this an indispensable sourcebook for growers, pest control advisers, landscape professionals, home gardeners, and pest management teachers and students.

Author : Ann E. Hajek
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 396 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2004-02-12
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 0521653851

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Natural Enemies by Ann E. Hajek Pdf

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Author : Paul DeBach
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 950 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 1973
Category : Insect pests
ISBN : UOM:39015005838969

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Biological Control of Insect Pests and Weeds by Paul DeBach Pdf

The scope of biological control. The historical development of biological control. Population ecology- historical development. Biological Characterístics of enthomophagous adults. Systematics in relation to biological control.

Author : A.P. Gutierrez,P.S. Messenger,R. van den Bosch
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 252 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2013-06-29
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781475791624

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An Introduction to Biological Control by A.P. Gutierrez,P.S. Messenger,R. van den Bosch Pdf

This volume is a revision of Biological Control by R. van den Bosch and P. S. Messenger, originally published by Intext Publishers. In the revision, I have attempted to keep the original theme, and to update it with current research findings and new chapters or sections on insect pathology, microbial control of weeds and plant pathogens, population dynamics, integrated pest management, and economics. The book was written as an undergraduate text, and not as a complete review of the subject area. Various more comprehen sive volumes have been written to serve as handbooks for the experts. This book is designed to provide a concise overview of the complex and valuable field of biological control and to show the relationships to the developing concepts of integrated pest management. Population regulation of pests by natural enemies is the major theme of the book, but other biological methods of pest control are also discussed. The chapter on population dynamics assumes a precalculus-level knowledge of mathematics. Author names of species are listed only once in the text, but all are listed in the Appendix. Any errors or omissions in this volume are my sole responsibility. A. P. Gutierrez Professor of Entomology Division of Biological Control University of California, Berkeley vii Acknowledgments Very special thanks must be given to my colleagues, Professors C. B. Huffaker and L. E. Caltagirone, for the very thorough review they provided and for the many positive suggestions they gave. Dr.

Author : D. Paul
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:761358185

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Biological Control by Natural Enemies by D. Paul Pdf

Author : R. Ridgway
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 480 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2013-03-08
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781468428711

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Biological Control by Augmentation of Natural Enemies by R. Ridgway Pdf

The protection of agricultural crops, forest, and man and his domestic animals from annoyance and damage by various kinds of pests remains a chronic problem. As we endeavor to improve pro duction processes and to develop more effective and acceptable tactics for achieving this protection, we must give high priority to all potentially useful techniques for the control and management of insects. Pest control is recognized as an acceptable and necessary part of modern agriculture. Methods employed vary greatly and tend to reflect compromises involving 3 determining factors: technological capability, economic feasibility, and social acceptability. How ever, these factors are also subject to change with time since each involves value judgments that are based on available information, cost, benefit considerations, the seriousness of the pest problem, and the political climate. Whatever method is chosen, energy resources continue to dwindle under the impact of increasing popu lation, and it is inevitable that greater reliance must be placed upon renewable resources in pest management. One alternative is the use of a pest management method that uses the energy of the pest's own biomass to fuel a self-perpetuating control system. The use of biological control agents for the control of pests has long been an integral part of the pest management strategy in crop production and forestry and in the protection of man and animals. The importance and unique advantages of the method are well recognized; numerous treatises deal with accomplishments and methodologies.

Author : Brígida Souza,Luis L. Vázquez,Rosangela C. Marucci
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 539 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2019-12-18
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030247331

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Natural Enemies of Insect Pests in Neotropical Agroecosystems by Brígida Souza,Luis L. Vázquez,Rosangela C. Marucci Pdf

This book aims to address the importance of natural enemies and functional diversity for biological control in Neotropical agroecosystems. Several aspects related to the conservation of natural enemies, such as vegetation design and climate change, are discussed in Part 1 and the bioecology of several insects groups used in biological control in Latin America is presented in Part 2. Part 3 is devoted to mass production of natural enemies while Part 4 describes how these insects have been used to control of pests in major crops, forests, pasture, weeds and plant diseases. Lastly, Part 5 reports Latin-American experiences of integration of biological in pest management programs.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 1984
Category : Insect pests
ISBN : CORNELL:31924017009451

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Information on U.S. Biological Control Programs Using Natural Enemies Against Insects, Weeds and Other Pests by Anonim Pdf

Author : Daniel L. Mahr,Paul Whitaker,Nino M. Ridgway
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 122 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Science
ISBN : WISC:89098816838

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Biological Control of Insects and Mites by Daniel L. Mahr,Paul Whitaker,Nino M. Ridgway Pdf

Biological control?the use of beneficial organisms to control pests?represents a safe, effective, and economical alternative to the use of pesticides.Successful biological control relies on knowledge of pests and their natural enemies. This handsome publication covers basic biological information, supplies examples from common groups of insect predators, parasitic insects, nematodes, and insect pathogens.Learn how to enhance the effectiveness of natural enemies, what to know when ordering natural enemies, how to handle shipments, and how to assess the costs and feasibility of using natural enemies.Includes an extensive list of natural enemies organized by crop, a handy identification key of common natural enemies, and a list of resources for additional information.

Author : Paul DeBach
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 323 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 1974
Category : Pests
ISBN : OCLC:1020202065

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Biological Control by Natural Enemies by Paul DeBach Pdf

Author : G. Gurr,S.D. Wratten
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 433 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789401140140

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Biological Control: Measures of Success by G. Gurr,S.D. Wratten Pdf

As well as examining successful biological control programmes this book analyses why the majority of attempts fail. Off-target and other negative effects of biological control are also dealt with. Chapters contributed by leading international researchers and practitioners in all areas of biological control afford the book a breadth of coverage and depth of analysis not possible with a single author volume. Combined with the use of other experts to review chapters and editorial oversight to ensure thematic integrity of the volume, this book provides the most authoritative analysis of biological control published. Key aspects addressed include how success may be measured, how successful biological control has been to date and how may it be made more successful in the future. With extensive use of contemporary examples, photographs, figures and tables this book will be invaluable to advanced undergraduate and postgraduate students as well as being a `must' for all involved in making biological control successful.

Author : H. C. Coppel,J. W. Mertins
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 326 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783642664878

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Biological Insect Pest Suppression by H. C. Coppel,J. W. Mertins Pdf

The subject area embraced by the term "biological control" in its classical sense is very broad indeed. The term itself was apparently first used in 1919 by the late Harry S. Smith, and was then used specifically in reference to the suppression of insect populations by the actions of their indigenous or introduced natural enemies. The California school of biological control specialists who followed in Smith's footsteps have traditionally differentiated "natural" biological control (by indigenous natural enemies) and "applied" biological control (by man-introduced natural enemies). Subsequently, the philosophy broadened beyond the original narrow concern with population suppression of insects (and especially pest insects), to embrace directed activities against mites or other arthropod pests, various invertebrate and vertebrate pests, weeds, and organisms producing disease in humans or their domestic animals and plants. The techniques used in these activities also multiplied beyond the original concern with natural enemies. The subjects area discussed in this book is, at the same time, broader and more restricted than that covered in other books on "biological control. " On the one hand, the treatment here is restrictive in that, with rare exception, we have limited ourselves to dealing only with ideas and examples involving the suppression of insect pests through human activity or intervention in the environment.

Author : Bret White
Publisher : Scientific e-Resources
Page : 308 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2019-11-07
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781839474453

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Biological Control of Insects Pests by Bret White Pdf

The Book "e;Biological Control of Insects Pests"e; illustrates how to control biologically the insect's pests. It is important to know when numbers are great enough to justify artificial control and to evaluate the effectiveness of control. The text has been organized very systematically to meet the long-felt needs of increasingly large number of readers. Biological control is the use of living organisms to maintain pest populations below damaging levels. Natural enemies of arthropods fall into three major categories: predators, parasitoids, and pathogens. Predators catch and eat their prey. Some common predatory arthropods include ladybird beetles, carabid (ground) beetles, staphylinid (rove) beetles, syrphid (hover) files, lacewings, minute pirate bugs, nabid bugs, big-eyed bugs, and spiders. Biological control is the beneficial action of parasites, pathogens and predators in managing pests and their damage. Biocontrol provided by these living organisms, collectively known as natural enemies. It is especially important for reducing the number of pest insects and mites. Biological control is the beneficial action of parasites, pathogens, and predators in managing pests and their damage. Biocontrol provided by these living organisms, collectively called "e;natural enemies,"e; is especially important for reducing the numbers of pest insects and mites. Use of natural enemies for biological control of rangeland and wildland weeds is also effective. Plant pathogens, nematodes, and vertebrates also have many natural enemies, but this biological control is often harder to recognize, less well understood, and/or more difficult to manage. Conservation, augmentation, and classical biological control are tactics for harnessing natural enemies' benefits. The book will be highly useful for general entomologists, students of agricultural entomology, teachers and research scholars of zoology, especially entomology.