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Aggiungi al carrelloPaperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book elucidates the layered roles of the U.S. Bureau of Entomology, which became the Bureau of Entomology and Plant Quarantine (BEPQ) in 1934. The BEPQ enforced sweeping regulations for plant quarantine, inspections, and eradication to protect American agriculture. The author meticulously details the historical development of the BEPQ, its internal workings, and the profound impact of science and policy on its operations. Through an examination of internal documents and publications, the book sheds light on the bureau's critical and evolving mission to safeguard the nation's plant life. By weaving together scientific advancements, political decisions, and bureaucratic practices, the book contributes to a broader understanding of the history of American agriculture, science policy, and environmental regulation. Its insights underscore the significance of effective pest management in ensuring a sustainable agricultural future. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.