Reports of Observations of Injurious Insects and Common Farm Pests: During the Year 1884, with Methods of Prevention and Remedy (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Eleanor A. Ormerod

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 033238263X ISBN 13: 9780332382630

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2020

Synopsis

Practical pest notes for farmers and fruit growers, with actionable prevention ideas you can use this season.

This book compiles observations from a year of field work on injurious insects and common crop pests. It focuses on how pests attack crops and what steps researchers and practitioners can take to reduce damage and improve yields.

The material emphasizes practical, country‑level guidance, including life histories, risk factors, and methods that can help protect orchards, root crops, and other farm crops. It also discusses the role of birds in pest control and the balance between protecting beneficial wildlife and managing insect pressure.

• Detailed notes on pests such as Winter Moth, Cockchafer grubs, Mangold pests, and Hop Aphis, with observations on when and how damage occurs.
• Experiment and field notes on preventative practices, crop timing, and protective dressings or mixtures that may deter or reduce infestations.
• Discussion of natural enemies, bird presence, and the debate over their impact on pest populations.
• Guidance that invites reader contributions and notes to build a broader picture of pest dynamics and remedies.

Ideal for readers of agricultural pest management, crop protection, and practical farming references.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2020
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 033238263X
• ISBN 13: 9780332382630
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 140