Quality Control and Production of Biological Control Agents
| Author | : J. C. van Lenteren |
| Publisher | : Cabi |
| Total Pages | : 327 |
| Release | : 2003 |
| ISBN-10 | : 0851996884 |
| ISBN-13 | : 9780851996882 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (882 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Quality Control and Production of Biological Control Agents by : J. C. van Lenteren
Download or read book Quality Control and Production of Biological Control Agents written by J. C. van Lenteren and published by Cabi. This book was released on 2003 with total page 327 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The use of biological control agents has been increasing worldwide and there are now many companies mass-producing such organisms, particularly for the control of insect pests. However, there is a great need for strict quality control in the production and use of these natural enemies, which include insect parasitoids, fungi and viruses. In this book, leading scientists from Europe and North America provide background theory and practical guidance on this subject.