Biocontrol in Protected Culture

Biocontrol in Protected Culture
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Publisher : Chicago Review Press
Total Pages : 568
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ISBN-10 : WISC:89083389676
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Book Synopsis Biocontrol in Protected Culture by : Kevin M. Heinz

Download or read book Biocontrol in Protected Culture written by Kevin M. Heinz and published by Chicago Review Press. This book was released on 2004 with total page 568 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An authoritative reference on the subject of using non-chemical controls on greenhouse-grown crops, this book explains the latest in crop-management techniques from around the globe. The contributing authors come from the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Spain, the Netherlands, Germany, Denmark, Italy, and Asia. Biological control factors and the various types of controls -- predators, parasites, nematodes, and pathogens -- are described. Information is also provided on greenhouse structures, sampling, quality control, specific pests on both ornamental and vegetable crops -- whiteflies, spider mites, leafminers, thrips, aphids, other minor pests -- and soil borne pests. Specific crops are also discussed, including chrysanthemums, poinsettias, cut flowers, foliage plants, woody ornamentals, bedding plants, cucumbers, sweet peppers, tomatoes, and mushrooms.


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