Author: Charles Wilson
Publisher: Elsevier
Published: 2012-12-02
Total Pages: 539
ISBN-13: 0323146724
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Exotic Plant Pests and North American Agriculture examines the threat posed by exotic pests introduced to North American agriculture. It considers the impact of introduced pests on humans, and it highlights the need for intensified research efforts and international cooperation to prevent further introductions. Organized into 17 chapters plus an epilogue, this volume begins with a historical overview of pest introductions, including insects and mites, and possible introductions in the future. It then discusses the impact of introduced weeds in North America; ecology and genetics of exotic species; how to detect and stop pest introductions; and research on exotic insects, plant pathogens, and weeds. The reader is also introduced to the use of exotic natural enemies for biological control of exotic pests, prediction of potential epidemics caused by exotic pests, insurance against exotic plant pathogens, and international cooperation on controlling exotic pests. Scientists, plant pathologists, ecologists, and those working in academics, government research laboratories, and regulatory agencies will benefit from reading this book.
Author: United States. Congress House. Committee on Agriculture. Subcommittee on Department Operations, Research, and Foreign Agriculture
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Published: 1982
Total Pages: 164
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DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Author: National Research Council
Publisher: National Academies Press
Published: 1993-02-01
Total Pages: 476
ISBN-13: 0309131863
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →This anchor volume to the series Managing Global Genetic Resources examines the structure that underlies efforts to preserve genetic material, including the worldwide network of genetic collections; the role of biotechnology; and a host of issues that surround management and use. Among the topics explored are in situ versus ex situ conservation, management of very large collections of genetic material, problems of quarantine, the controversy over ownership or copyright of genetic material, and more.
Author: International Institute of Agriculture. AGRICULTURAL INTELLIGENCE AND PLANT DISEASES, BUREAU OF
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Published: 1911
Total Pages: 1072
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DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Author: National Research Council
Publisher: National Academies Press
Published: 1985-01-01
Total Pages: 136
ISBN-13: 0309035422
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Authored by an integrated committee of plant and animal scientists, this review of newer molecular genetic techniques and traditional research methods is presented as a compilation of high-reward opportunities for agricultural research. Directed to the Agricultural Research Service and the agricultural research community at large, the volume discusses biosciences research in genetic engineering, animal science, plant science, and plant diseases and insect pests. An optimal climate for productive research is discussed.
Author: United States. Plant Quarantine Division
Publisher:
Published: 1969
Total Pages: 8
ISBN-13:
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