Reports of Observations and Experiments in the Practical Work of the Division: Made Under the Direction of the Entomologist (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Charles Valentine Riley

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0266842445 ISBN 13: 9780266842446

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Insects and crops under the microscope: practical findings from 1891.

This nonfiction work compiles field reports on pest damage and management across multiple states, offering concrete observations and methods used by entomologists to protect crops and keep bees healthy.

The book presents a clear snapshot of the year’s insect activity, from corn-root worms to cabbage pests, and how farmers tackled them. It blends field notes with practical recommendations, including crop rotation, trap crops, and targeted treatments, to help readers understand what worked in real farming conditions.

• Learn which pests were active in 1891 and how they affected crops like corn, sugar beets, and cabbage.
• Explore tested strategies such as trap crops, timing of field work, and careful use of insecticides.
• See how beekeeping practices and hive protection influenced winter survival and colony strength.
• Discover insights into natural enemies and the balance between crop protection and preserving beneficial insects.

Ideal for readers involved in agriculture, entomology, or beekeeping who want historically grounded, field-based guidance on preventing and reducing insect damage.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0266842445
• ISBN 13: 9780266842446
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 103