Isbn: 9780366632374 - using mating disruption to manage gypsy moth: a review (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles the history of mating disruption, a revolutionary insect control technique designed to manage populations of the invasive gypsy moth. The authorsâ"a collective of governmental and private sector expertsâ"provide a comprehensive overview of the techniqueâs development from its inception in the early 1970s to the latest advancements. Through scientific explanations and descriptive accounts of field trials, the book illustrates the technique's gradual refinement, including improvements in pheromone formulations, application methods, and monitoring protocols. It also explores potential limitations of the method and unforeseen challenges encountered along the way. With its focus on the ongoing optimization of mating disruption for gypsy moth management, this book provides valuable insights into the complexities of insect population management and the resilience of invasive species. 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.…