This book presents advanced ecological techniques for crop cultivation and the chapters are arranged into four sections, namely general aspects, weeds, fungi, worms and microbes. Biocontrol is an ecological method of controlling pests such as insects, mites, weeds and plant diseases using other organisms. This practice has been used for centuries. Biocontrol relies on predation, parasitism, herbivory, or other natural mechanisms. Natural enemies of insect pests, also known as biological control agents, include predators, parasitoids, pathogens, and competitors.
Edited by:
Eric Lichtfouse Imprint: Springer International Publishing AG Country of Publication: Switzerland Edition: 2018 ed. Volume: 31 Dimensions:
Height: 235mm,
Width: 155mm,
Weight: 945g ISBN:9783319942315 ISBN 10: 331994231X Series:Sustainable Agriculture Reviews Pages: 511 Publication Date:08 October 2018 Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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Undergraduate
Format:Hardback Publisher's Status: Active