Mealybugs and their Management in Agricultural and Horticultural crops
Mealybugs and their Management in Agricultural and Horticultural crops
Springer | Entomology | Feb. 25 2016 | ISBN-10: 8132226755 | 655 pages | pdf | 21.52 mb
Springer | Entomology | Feb. 25 2016 | ISBN-10: 8132226755 | 655 pages | pdf | 21.52 mb
Editors: Mani, M., Shivaraju, C. (Eds.)
Comprehensively accounts for mealybugs and their interaction with crops
Presents a unique compilation of mealybug pest management across different agricultural ecosystems
Addresses the issues of mealybug management in a range of important field, fruit, vegetable, orchids, ornamentals and root crops
This book is a compilation of information on all basic aspects of mealybugs, as well as management strategies for mealybug species affecting different crop plants in different countries. It highlights the latest information on morphology, cytogenetics, taxonomy, molecular characterization, biology, damage, ecology, natural enemies, ant association, control measures, insecticide resistance and pheromones – essential aspects which will equip researchers to pursue further research on mealybugs. The book examines current trends in the management of mealybugs for a variety of agricultural and horticultural crops, forest plants and mulberry in different countries, while also addressing the negative effects of chemical control methods and presenting success stories of mealybug control that utilize their natural enemies. It offers a valuable guide for crop growers, government officials and other stakeholders in the industry, as well as researchers and students engaged in related research and development activities.
Number of Illustrations and Tables
345 b/w illustrations, 40 illustrations in colour
Topics
Entomology
Animal Ecology
Biodiversity
Invertebrates
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