Integrated Pest Management for Avocados
- ISBN-10
- 1601074204
- ISBN-13
- 9781601074201
- Category
- Technology & Engineering
- Pages
- 222
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2007-12-01
- Publisher
- UCANR Publications
- Author
- Steve H. Dreistadt
Description
This manual for growers and pest control professionals draws on the expertise of UC faculty, UC Cooperative Extension specialists, farm advisors, and pest control advisors to bring you the latest research and advice on pest management for avocados the IPM way. Using this guide you'll learn how to: • Prevent and diagnose causes of damage • Identify pests and key natural enemies • Establish and IPM program for your grove • Use biological control and other non-chemical methods • Manage problems related to irrigation, nutrition, and the growing environment • Determine when direct control actions are warranted Illustrated with 386 color photographs and 64 line drawings and charts that will help you identify and manage over 100 important pests and disorders.
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