Use of Microbes for Control and Eradication of Invasive Arthropods (Progress in Biological Control, 6) - Softcover

 
9789048179107: Use of Microbes for Control and Eradication of Invasive Arthropods (Progress in Biological Control, 6)

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This is a diverse presentation about the use of arthropod-specific pathogens for control and eradication of invasive arthropod species. Basic concepts supporting use of pathogens for microbial control are covered as well as societal and environmental concerns.

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This book offers a diverse presentation about use of arthropod-specific pathogens for control and eradication of invasive arthropod species. Basic concepts supporting use of pathogens for microbial control are covered as well as societal and environmental concerns. The major functional issues faced when utilizing pathogens for control of invasive arthropods are discussed in the context of case studies. The majority of the book is composed of chapters describing different invasive species that have been targeted with entomopathogens for control, using diverse strategies, in many cases with excellent results. These examples cover urban, agricultural and forestry situations, providing an overview of the issues that use of insect pathogens can present.

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ISBN 10:  1402085591 ISBN 13:  9781402085598
Publisher: Springer, 2008
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