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Author : Lucia G. Varela
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 160107736X
Author : Carolyn Pickel,Larry L. Strand
Publisher : Uc Agriculture and Natural Resources
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 1601076347
Carry these handy, pocket-size laminated cards in the field as handy references for identifying and monitoring major insect and mite pests and several important diseases in California deciduous tree fruits and nuts. A description and close-up photographs of important life stages identify each pest. Cards identifying important natural enemies are also included. The information on these cards will help pest control advisers and growers know how and when to look for these pests-both in growing and dormant seasons.
Author : Joseph DiTomaso
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 51 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2013-07-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1601078471
Based on the bestselling Weeds of California and Other Western States; this is the perfect pocket-sized companion for anyone working in the field.These 48 cards cover the most common weeds, grouped into 8 categories for easy identification.*Broadleaf annuals, erect*Broadleaf annuals, low growing*Broadleaf annual, scrambling*Broadleaf perennials, not viney*Broadleaf perennials, viney*Grass annuals*Grass perennials*SedgesEach weed is identified by a description and excellent close-up color photographs of various growth stages--187 photos in all. On the reverse of each card is a description of the various growth stages, habitat, distribution and management tips.Also includes handy inch and metric measurement scales and a sturdy rivet keeps the set together so individual cards don't stray.From pigweed to chickweed, dandelion to bermudagrass, goosegrass to ryegrass, these cards have you covered.Related Items
Author : Larry L. Strand
Publisher : Uc Agriculture and Natural Resources
Page : 43 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2016-10
Category : History
ISBN : 1601076134
These pocket-sized laminated cards can be easily carried with you for handy references to insect and mite pests as well as important diseases in landscape plants. These 43 cards cover 19 common insects and mites, 7 diseases, 4 natural enemies, and a variety of other disorders and invertebrate pests.
Author : LARRY J. BETTIGA
Publisher : UCANR Publications
Page : 625 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2013-11-15
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781601078001
In the much anticipated 3rd edition of Grape Pest Management, more than 70 research scientists, cooperative extension advisors and specialists, growers, and pest control advisers have consolidated the latest scientific studies and research into one handy reference. The result is a comprehensive, easy-to-read pest management tool. The new edition, the first in over a decade, includes several new invasive species that are now major pests. It also reflects an improved understanding among researchers, farmers, and growers about the biology of pests. With nine expansive chapters, helpful, colorful photos throughout, here’s more of what you’ll find: •Diagnostic techniques for identifying vineyard problems •Detailed descriptions of more than a dozen diseases •Comprehensive, illustrated listings of insect and mite pests,including the recently emerging glassy winged sharpshooter and Virginia creeper leaf-hopper •Regional calendars of events for viticultural management •Up-to-date strategies for vegetation management
Author : Mary Louise Flint
Publisher : University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources
Page : 308 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781601077851
IPM in Practice features IPM strategies for weed, insect, pathogen, nematode, and vertebrate pests and provides specific information on how to set up sampling and monitoring programs in the field. This manual covers methods applicable to vegetable, field, and tree cops as well as landscape and urban situations. Designed to bring you the most up-to-date research and expertise, this manual draws on the knowledge of dozens of experts within the University of California, public agencies, and private practice.
Author : Shannah M. Whithaus,Lisa A. Blecker
Publisher : UCANR Publications
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2021-10-01
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781627111324
This manual covers information essential for anyone using pesticides on California farms, including growers, managers and employees in an easy-to-use format; now with color photographs and illustrations. Read this book carefully to prepare for the Private Aapplicator Certification test. DPR uses this test to certify farm owners, leaseholders, and managers who may have to purchase restricted materials, as well as farm employees who supervise pesticide handlers or will be training handlers and fieldworkers to work safely around pesticides. A list of knowledge expectations (descriptions of what you should know after reading the chapter) are given at the beginning of each chapter to guide you as you study. Individual knowledge expectations appear alongside relevant content throughout each chapter, which will help you focus on the information that is most likely to appear on the examination. Covers pesticide labels, worker safety (handlers and fieldworkers), how to mix and apply pesticides, calibration, the hazards of pesticide use including heat related illness, and pesticide emergencies. Presents an overview of integrated management principles An appendix includes sample training forms for pesticide handlers and fieldworkers.
Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 402 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Agriculture
ISBN : MINN:31951P01185445P
Author : P. A. Magarey
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Grapes
ISBN : CORNELL:31924054669142
The authors, from the South Australian Research and Development Institute, Loxton, and Agriculture Victoria, Sunraysia Horticultural Research Institute, aimed to develop a practical tool for grapegrowers to identify diseases, pests and disorders - a fundamental aspect of efficient vineyard management. The result is this sturdy, pocket-sized guide, containing more than 350 full colour photographs accompanied by short, easily read descriptions of most diseases, pests and disorders found in the vineyard. It is a companion to Diseases and Pests (Nicholas, Magarey and Wachtel) and contains cross-references to the larger publication, but stands alone as an easy to use field guide.
Author : Chuck A. Ingels
Publisher : University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources
Page : 172 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 187990635X
This guide features cutting-edge methods for using cover crops to enhance vineyard performance. Based on extensive research, this guide details technical and theoretical information on how cover crops affect vineyards and promote ecological stability. With how-to instructions for activities such as field application, this practical reference is a must-have for vineyard owners, managers, consultants, and pest control advisers.
Author : Xavier Bonnefoy,Helge Kampen,Kevin Sweeney
Publisher : World Health Organization
Page : 293 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9789289071888
The second half of the 20th century and the beginning of the 21st century witnessed important changes in ecology, climate and human behaviour that favoured the development of urban pests. Most alarmingly, urban planners now face the dramatic expansion of urban sprawl, in which city suburbs are growing into the natural habitats of ticks, rodents and other pests. Also, many city managers now erroneously assume that pest-borne diseases are relics of the past. All these changes make timely a new analysis of the direct and indirect effects of present-day urban pests on health. Such an analysis should lead to the development of strategies to manage them and reduce the risk of exposure. To this end, WHO invited international experts in various fields - pests, pest-related diseases and pest management - to provide evidence on which to base policies. These experts identified the public health risk posed by various pests and appropriate measures to prevent and control them. This book presents their conclusions and formulates policy options for all levels of decision-making to manage pests and pest-related diseases in the future. [Ed.]
Author : Sonia Soloneski,Marcelo Larramendy
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Page : 218 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2013-03-14
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789535109846
This book covers alternative insect control strategies, such as the allelopathy phenomenon, tactics in integrated pest management of opportunistic generalist insect species, biological control of root pathogens, insect pest control by polyculture strategy, application of several integrated pest management programs, irrigation tactics and soil physical processes, and carbon stocks to manage weeds.
Author : Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
Page : 110 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2018-09-03
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789251091449
The Integrated Pest Management IPM is an ecosystem approach to managing pests through understanding the crop ecosystem as a basis of good crop management decisions and support the sustainable intensification of crop production and pesticide risk reduction. Often, low levels of populations of some pests are needed to keep natural enemies in the field and the aim of IPM is to reduce pest populations to avoid damage levels that cause yield loss. The IPM is still directly associated with pests and defined as a knowledge-intensive process of decision making that combines various strategies (biological, cultural, physical and chemical, regular field monitoring of the crops etc.) that focuses on reduction of pesticide use to sustainably manage dangerous pests. This book is intended to guide farmers in the integrated management of pest and diseases, helping them with decision making. It provides a description of the most dangerous pests and diseases, including symptoms, possible location, types of plants, biology as well as ways of monitoring. It also describes the main components of specific Integrated Pest Management.
Author : D. P. Abrol,Uma Shankar
Publisher : New India Publishing Agency
Page : 506 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Law
ISBN : 938023595X
The availability of modern tools and transgenic crop protection technology has opened new vistas in the vast field of pest management. All these issues form the focus of the book, where they have been discussed by eminent scientists who are authority in their respective fields. The book describes the science and art of integrated pest management. It contains 48 chapters grouped into six sections which include topics ranging from: ? Impact on food security ? Breeding for resistance ? IPM in crops, fruits, vegetables ? Future strategies and policy issues. ? IPR related issues It also gives detailed information on emerging strategies and problems such as the role of biotechnology and the implications of IPR issues. The roles of IPM in sustaining food productivity, contribution of IPM in meeting economic, environmental and social costs have been elaborated. The role of diagnostic tools, weather forecasting, transgenic plants, biological control, and new chemicals in future IPM programmes and strategies to meet the challenges of pest adaptation have been highlighted. The need for improved information transfer, implementation and application of IPM has been discussed. Finally, it is essential to know the status of IPM, its future, challenges and constraints which have been extensively elaborated in the last chapter of this book. The book intends to fill the gap by providing the critical analysis of different management strategies having bearing on agriculture sustainability and environmental protection. The compilation of this book is unique in the sense that it does not deal with the conventional way of discussing pest management with respect to particular crops or the regions. It emphasizes on the other hand an overview of the management strategies with critical evaluation of each in the larger context of ecologically based pest management.
Author : G. Gurr,S.D. Wratten
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 433 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789401140140
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.
