The Control of Insect Pests in Canada (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Charles Gordon Hewitt

 
9781396217715: The Control of Insect Pests in Canada (Classic Reprint)

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Synopsis

Protecting Canada’s crops since the 19th century: learn how science and policy tackled insect pests from coast to coast.

This is a concise, reference‑style overview of how Canada has studied, tracked, and controlled insect pests. It outlines the country’s geographic breadth, the early rise of entomology as a government science, and the evolution of laws and programs designed to prevent introductions and reduce losses to farming, fruit growing, and forestry. The book highlights key pests, major control efforts, and the organization of work within the Division of Entomology and related agencies, illustrating how knowledge translates into practical action for farmers and communities.

What you’ll experience
  • Context on how Canada’s climate and vast lands shape pest life and management strategies.
  • Timelines of pest invasions and the priority shifts in response and protection.
  • An overview of laws, regulations, and inspection programs that govern nursery stock and plant imports.
  • A look at the organizational approach, including field stations, research, and outreach to farmers.
Ideal for readers of agricultural history, public policy, and entomology, this edition offers a clear snapshot of Canada’s ongoing effort to protect crops, forests, and public health from insect pests.

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