Indian Insect Pests [Hardcover]

Language: English. About The Book: Indian Insect Pests by H. Maxwell-Lefroy is a pioneering work on the study of insect pests affecting agriculture in India. Published in the early 20th century, it provides a detailed account of various insect species that damage crops, livestock, and plants in the region. Maxwell-Lefroy classifies pests, discusses their behavior, life cycles, and ecological impact, and suggests methods for their control and management. The book is valuable for agriculturalists and entomologists, offering insights into pest management techniques and helping to improve crop protection and sustainable farming practices in India. It remains a key reference in agricultural entomology. About The Author: Harold Maxwell-Lefroy (1877–1925) was a renowned English entomologist who made significant contributions to the study of insect pests in India. His notable works include Indian Insect Pests (1906), where he documented pests affecting agriculture in India, and Indian Insect Life (1909), a comprehensive manual of tropical Indian insects. He also researched locust control, publishing Trials of the South African Locust Fungus in India (1907). Maxwell-Lefroy's other contributions include studies on the food of birds, the silk industry in India, and manuals on entomology, pest control, and insect nomenclature, significantly advancing agricultural entomology in India. The Title 'Indian Insect Pests written/authored/edited by H. MaxwellLefroy', published in the year 2025. The ISBN 9789369201761 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 340 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is History. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms Vol: 340.…