9781528112673 - The Strawberry Root Louse, And, the Destructive Pea Louse in Delaware (Classic Reprint) di Sanderson, E. Dwight (4 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 explores the destructive pea louse's impact on the pea-growing industry, revealing its devastating effects on crops, especially during 1899 and 1900. By providing a detailed account of the pest's life history, the author enhances understanding of its biology and behavior. The work thoroughly examines the insect's enemies, including parasitic insects, insect predators, and a disease-causing fungus. Through a comprehensive analysis of the louse's natural enemies and the ways in which weather conditions influence their effectiveness, the author sheds light on the reasons behind the pea louse's population outbreaks. The book concludes with practical recommendations for managing the pest, discussing preventive measures such as crop rotation, clover management, and cultivation, as well as remedial measures like spraying, brushing, and cultivation. This book serves as an invaluable resource for pea growers, entomologists, and anyone seeking to gain insight into the intricate interactions between insects, their natural enemies, and agricultural practices. 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.

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