Handbook Of Pest Management In Organic Farming
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Author | : Vincenzo Vacante |
Publisher | : CABI |
Total Pages | : 577 |
Release | : 2017-12-11 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 178064499X |
This book is an up-to-date and comprehensive reference covering pest management in organic farming in major crops of the world. General introductory chapters explore the management of crops to prevent pest outbreaks, plant protection tools in organic farming, and natural enemies and pest control. The remaining chapters are crop-based and discuss geographic distribution, economic importance and key pests. For each pest the fundamental aspects of its bio-ecology and the various methods of control are presented. Understanding of the scientific content is facilitated with practical advice, tables and diagrams, helping users to apply the theories and recommendations. This is an essential resource for researchers and extension workers in crop protection, integrated pest management and biocontrol, and organic farming systems.
Author | : Fern Marshall Bradley |
Publisher | : Rodale Books |
Total Pages | : 424 |
Release | : 2009 |
Genre | : Gardening |
ISBN | : |
Consumers are increasingly aware of the dangers of garden chemicals. "The Organic Gardener's Handbook of Natural Pest and Disease Control" offers a reliable and comprehensive guide that makes it easy to garden without the use of pesticides.
Author | : Emily Cabrera |
Publisher | : University of Georgia Press |
Total Pages | : 264 |
Release | : 2021-03-30 |
Genre | : Technology & Engineering |
ISBN | : 0820361577 |
The Georgia Pest Management Handbook provides current information on selection, application, and safe use of pest control chemicals. This handbook has recommendations for pest control around homes and on pets; for pests of home garden vegetables, fruits, and ornamentals; and for pests of public health interest associated with our homes. Cultural, biological, physical, and other types of control are recommended where appropriate. Pesticide recommendations are based on information on the manufacturer labels and on performance data from research and extension trials at the University of Georgia and its sister institutions. Because environmental conditions, the severity of pest pressure, and methods of application vary widely, recommendations do not imply that performance of pesticides will always be acceptable. This publication is intended to be used only as a guide. Trade and brand names are used only for information. The University of Georgia does not guarantee nor warrant published standards on any product mentioned; nor does the use of a trade or brand name imply approval of any product to the exclusion of others that may also be suitable. Always follow the use instructions and precautions on the pesticide label. For questions, concerns, or improvement suggestions regarding the Georgia Pest Management Handbook, please contact your county agent.
Author | : Gareth Davies |
Publisher | : Crowood Press (UK) |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2010 |
Genre | : Agricultural pests |
ISBN | : 9781847971500 |
A comprehensive book covering all aspects of the subject in temperate areas, and advocating a whole-farm approach to management Incorporating the most up-do-date thinking on organic pest and disease management, this is an essential reference work for all those wishing to develop a good understanding of the subject. The authors provide a practical guide to organic pest and disease management practices. They advocate a whole-farm approach to pest and disease management, which uses rotations and the full farm landscape to manage pest and disease outbreaks. The book covers the scientific principles underlying pest and disease management in organic systems; long-term preventative methods, based on sensitive landscape management, and shorter-term reactive measures; the cost implications of different approaches; the monitoring and decisionmaking processes that farmers and growers should use; and the key pests and diseases of field vegetables, cereals, and green manures, and their management in organic systems.
Author | : Mary Louise Flint |
Publisher | : Univ of California Press |
Total Pages | : 292 |
Release | : 1998 |
Genre | : 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.
Author | : David Pimentel, Ph.D. |
Publisher | : CRC Press |
Total Pages | : 784 |
Release | : 1990-11-30 |
Genre | : Technology & Engineering |
ISBN | : 9780849338441 |
The second edition of the CRC Handbook of Pest Management in Agriculture examines the interdependency of agricultural pest management strategies. Topics discussed include agricultural losses to pests; chemical and non-chemical control technologies; pesticide resistance; environmental impacts of pesticides; biological pest control; host-plant resistance; crop rotations and other cultural controls; assessments of the relative effectiveness, benefits, and risks of various pest control strategies; and improved pest control approaches for making agriculture more profitable and sustainable. This is a "must have" book for entomologists, plant pathologists, and weed control specialists, in addition to university and research institute libraries.
Author | : David Pimentel |
Publisher | : Springer |
Total Pages | : 624 |
Release | : 1981-07-17 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : |
Estimated losses of crops and livestock to pests; Estimated losses without pesticides and substituting only readily available; Nonchemical controls; Environmental control of pests on crops; environmental control of pests on livestock.
Author | : John R. Ruberson |
Publisher | : CRC Press |
Total Pages | : 870 |
Release | : 1999-07-09 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 9780824794330 |
"Provides a detailed summary of pest management principles and techniques, outlining a broad selection of critical issues regarding current practice and future technology in this area. Discusses the role of soils, weather, and surrounding habitats in regulating pest occurrence and severity."
Author | : Youngsang Cho |
Publisher | : JADAM |
Total Pages | : 508 |
Release | : 2021-07-01 |
Genre | : Technology & Engineering |
ISBN | : 8989220475 |
JADAM Natural Pesticide (JNP) SIMPLE DIY solution can reduce pesticide costs by more than 95%! You no longer have to rely on commercial pesticides. It is a powerful DIY solution that you have never experienced before. JNP is an organic pesticide that complies with USDA Organic Regulations. You can wash and eat immediately after spraying. You can also see amazingly clear and detailed photos from this book. JADAM developed several core natural pesticide technologies manufacturing methods so that farmers can solve natural pesticides themselves and all technologies disclosed without patents. The use of self-manufacturing technology can dramatically reduce costs while increasing the control effect. Furthermore, it can completely replace chemical pesticides. Farmers have been relying on agricultural input wasting hundreds of thousands of dollars. Now it is time to escape from the helpless high-cost agriculture dragged by giant agricultural corporations. You will find the practical possibility of Ultra-Low-Cost organic farming that can reduce the cost of pesticides by more than 95%. I shout to farmers around the world through this book. Free yourself from the subordination of agricultural chemicals and agricultural materials companies that you have had to be bound for a lifetime. All farmers who are left destitute and desperate, losing the initiative of technology by commercial enterprises and falling into a level of a mere consumer, take the initiative again. I declare that JADAM raised the flag for the liberation of agricultural technology.
Author | : Mary Louise Flint |
Publisher | : Univ of California Press |
Total Pages | : 168 |
Release | : 1998 |
Genre | : Agricultural pests |
ISBN | : 9780520218017 |
"University of California Statewide Integrated Pest Management Project."