Proceedings of the XII International Symposium on Biological Control of Weeds

Proceedings of the XII International Symposium on Biological Control of Weeds
Author: R. Sforza
Publisher: CABI
Total Pages: 768
Release: 2008
Genre: Weeds
ISBN: 1845935071

Covering the research findings in various aspects of weed biocontrol, this volume explores weed biology and ecology and the economic impacts, effectiveness and practical implications of weed management strategies. It is of interest to researchers and students in plant and environmental sciences.

Biological Control of Weeds in Australia

Biological Control of Weeds in Australia
Author: Jim Cullen
Publisher: CSIRO PUBLISHING
Total Pages: 641
Release: 2012-03-05
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0643104216

Biological control of weeds has been practised for over 100 years and Australia has been a leader in this weed management technique. The classical example of control of prickly pears in Australia by the cactus moth Cactoblastis cactorum, which was imported from the Americas, helped to set the future for biocontrol of weeds in many countries. Since then there have been many projects using Classical Biological Control to manage numerous weed species, many of which have been successful. Importantly, there have been no serious negative non-target impacts – the technique, when practised as it is in Australia, is safe and environmentally friendly. Economic assessments have shown that biocontrol of weeds in Australia has provided exceedingly high benefit-to-cost ratios. This book reviews biological control of weeds in Australia to 2011, covering over 90 weed species and a multitude of biological control agents and potential agents. Each chapter has been written by practising biological control of weeds researchers and provides details of the weed, the history of its biological control, exploration for agents, potential agents studied and agents released and the outcomes of those releases. Many weeds were successfully controlled, some were not, many projects are still underway, some have just begun, however all are reported in detail in this book. Biological Control of Weeds in Australia will provide invaluable information for biological control researchers in Australia and elsewhere. Agents used in Australia could be of immense value to other countries that suffer from the same weeds as Australia. The studies reported here provide direction to future research and provide examples and knowledge for researchers and students.

Biological Control of Weeds

Biological Control of Weeds
Author: M. H. Julien
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Total Pages: 244
Release: 1998
Genre: Gardening
ISBN:

Each entry details the target weed, control agent, year of first release, country of origin of agent, status and degree of control, research organisation involved, and key references. The catalogue format has been modified slightly from earlier editions to improve ease of use. The book provides an invaluable means of keeping track of the world situation, and is a handy reference for professionals, research workers and students interested in the biological control of weeds.

Field Guide for the Biological Control of Weeds in the Northwest

Field Guide for the Biological Control of Weeds in the Northwest
Author: Rachel Winston
Publisher: Government Printing Office
Total Pages: 338
Release: 2017-12-13
Genre: Gardening
ISBN: 9780160942891

This guide focuses on the most problematic weeds in eastern North America for which there are at least some biocontrol agents established and/or available. Multiple photos and descriptions of each weed included in this guide emphasize key identification traits and plant ecology. For each weed included in this guide, all biocontrol agents released or currently found in North America are described individually. Photos highlighting key identification features and damage are included. The release history, current status, and recommended use of each biocontrol agent are described in detail. Recommendations and current impact often vary between the US and Canada, therefore, the information is presented separately. Includes international code of best practices for classical biological control of weeds.

Integrated Pest Management

Integrated Pest Management
Author: D. P. Abrol
Publisher: CABI
Total Pages: 512
Release: 2012
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1845938089

Providing a critical evaluation of the management strategies involved in ecologically-based pest management, this book presents a balanced overview of environmentally safe and ecologically sound approaches. Topics covered include biological control with fungi and viruses, conservation of natural predators, use of botanicals and how effective pest management can help promote food security. In the broader context of agriculture, sustainability and environmental protection, the book provides a multidisciplinary and multinational perspective on integrated pest management useful to researchers in entomology, crop protection, environmental sciences and pest management.

Biological Control of Tropical Weeds Using Arthropods

Biological Control of Tropical Weeds Using Arthropods
Author: Rangaswamy Muniappan
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 509
Release: 2009-03-05
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0521877911

This book discusses the biological control of weeds using arthropods, providing ecological management models for use across the tropical world.