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The Boll Weevil Problem: With Special Reference to Means of Reducing Damage (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

W. D. Hunter

 
9780332443492: The Boll Weevil Problem: With Special Reference to Means of Reducing Damage (Classic Reprint)
Hardcover
ISBN 10: 0332443493 ISBN 13: 9780332443492
Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Protect your cotton yields with proven methods to reduce boll weevil damage.

This authoritative bulletin explains the boll weevil’s life cycle, how it spreads, and the scale of its impact across the United States. It also outlines practical strategies developed by the Bureau of Entomology to help farmers protect crops and manage costs.

The book blends history, field observations, and guidance on effective control. It connects the insect’s biology to real-world results, showing how informed practices can limit losses and support stable production. It also discusses the broader context of pest management, including quarantine and inspection considerations that affect farming nationwide.
  • Understanding the boll weevil’s life stages and seasonal behavior
  • Methods of destroying weevils in different seasons and settings
  • Strategies that have helped farmers maintain yields despite infestation
  • Context on surveys, spread, and practical quarantine measures
Ideal for readers of agricultural science and farming history who seek practical, historically grounded pest control guidance.

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Publisher
Forgotten Books
Publication date
2018
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0332443493
ISBN 13 
9780332443492
Binding
Hardcover
Number of pages
594