Biological control of tropical weeds using arthropods

Document Type

Book

Publication Date

1-1-2009

Abstract

Weeds are a major constraint to agricultural production, particularly in the developing world. Cost-efficient biological control is a self-sustaining way to reduce this problem, and produces fewer non-target effects than chemical methods, which can cause serious damage to the environment. This book covers the origin, distribution, and ecology of twenty model invasive weed species, which occur in habitats from tropical to temperate to aquatic. Sustainable biological control of each weed using one or more arthropods is discussed. The aim is to provide ecological management models for use across the tropical world, and to assist in the assessment of potential risks to native and economic plants. This is a valuable resource for scientists and policy makers concerned with the biological control of invasive tropical plants. Reviews: “The book is a good source of information supported by 1,700 references, supplemented with figures, and it is well indexed. The text is a valuable resource for scientists and policy makers concerned with the biological control of invasive tropical plants.” David Johnson, Journal of Agricultural Science “Overall, this volume will be very useful for students and biological control practitioners looking for information about the efficacy of biological control agents on what have been identified as the worst tropical weeds.” Saara J. DeWalt, The Quarterly Review of Biology Review of the hardback: '… a useful resource for professionals working on biological control of invasive tropical plants as it provides guidelines for techniques and approaches that can serve the introduction of biological weed management in developing countries. The insights into insect and weed ecology provided by the various case studies will be of interest to both entomologists and weed scientists.' Experimental Agriculture.

Publication Source (Journal or Book title)

Biological Control of Tropical Weeds Using Arthropods

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1

Last Page

495

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