This book presents topics on the development, improvement and commercialization of fungi for the biological control of pests, weeds and diseases which are of economic importance. Common themes such as production, formulation and application of technologies, biosafety, risk asses…
Annotation
The brown recluse is a fascinating spider very well adapted to dwelling in houses and other buildings. Because of this quality and the ghastly reputation associated with the medical consequences of its bite, it has become infamous throughout North America. Although recluse spide…
This toolkit provides an overview, advice by example, and sources for further information on the best management practices for invasive alien species, to assist and direct those involved with biodiversity conservation and land management. An introductory chapter is followed by a…
Biofertilizers
by A.K. Singh, H.B. Singh, Manoj Parihar, Vijay Singh Meena, Amitava Rakshit
Regulation of Biological Control Agents in Europe
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This book presents a comprehensive compilation of registration requirements necessary for authorisation of biological control agents (viruses, bacteria, fungi, active substances of natural origin and semiochemicals) in OECD countries. It also reviews data requirements for invert…
Phytochemical biopesticides
by Koul, Opender, Dhaliwal, G. S.
fromAdvances in biopesticide research
This book presents experiences and successful case studies of integrated pest management (IPM) from developed and developing countries and from major international centres and programmes. It contains 39 chapters by many contributors addressing themes such as: emerging issues in …
This book presents experiences and successful case studies of integrated pest management (IPM) from developed and developing countries and from major international centres and programmes. It contains 39 chapters by many contributors addressing themes such as: emerging issues in …
This textbook covers a broad and comprehensive range of topics in integrated pest management, focused primarily on theory and concepts. Including pest-resistant plants and other methods to preserve a healthy environment in an effort to decrease reliance on harmful pesticides.
Microbial biopesticides
by Koul, Opender, Dhaliwal, G. S.
fromAdvances in biopesticide research
Biotechnological research has provided key developments in pest control agents, focusing on pathogens of insect pests as formulated biological pesticides. Emphasis has been placed on bacteria and viruses as they are well understood and easily manipulated. Microbial Biopesticides…
Pest management has long been a problem for farmers worldwide and new techniques are continually being developed to reduce the adverse effects of pest populations. With a discussion of areawide pest management, this book explores the theoretical development and implementation of…