Essentials of Pest Management: Key Information on Pest Identification and its Management

About the Book -

INSECTS are distinctly found on almost every kind of habitat on earth. The word INSECT is presumed that they are Pest and disease carriers but there are beneficial insects to human kind also. Increased urbanization, deforestation, global warming is contributing to the increased pest pressure and its management.
This book provides insights on the insect population largely in Urban India, its identification, habitats and management methodologies that can be used in any infestation scenario before deciding management measures. This is a comprehensive guide with the aim of equipping Pest Management Professionals and new entrants to this industry to understand the world of insect in urban India. A must have book for all professionals, students, enthusiasts, individual house owners, offices, manufacturing units, hospitals, hotels, restaurants, entertainment hubs, retails and establishments who are keen to have a pest free environment.

About the Authors -

Prakash Thalya brings in three decades experience in Pest Control, Agriculture, Corporate Management. Prakash has worked in diverse global business set ups and is also a Certified Coach. He has held leadership positions in Bayer Environmental Science including Country Division Head, and has played an advisory role in the areas of Pest Control, Vector Control. As a Coach, he has mentored over 1000 executives, and has a host of Certifications to his credit including PCC Credential from ICF, Certified Life Coach, TEAM Coach Practitioner from EMCC and more. He is empaneled as a coach with organizations in Chennai and Israel.
Ravi Chandra brings in more than two decades experience in the Pest Control Industry, building solutions in the space of internal and external hygiene and wellness. Ravi also has close to three decades in the Corporate Entrepreneurship sector, with stints in organizations like Bayer Environmental Science, and Diversey, across the country. He is a specialist in innovating Pest Control and Management solutions for all types of Pests in home, corporate and industry environments. Ravi is known for building successful business models and is a passionate Project Management professional. He is currently Chief Executive Officer, HVL Pest Services Ltd.