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For introductory courses in Applied Entomology, Insect Pest Management, and Economic Entomology.

Ideal for students with little or no background in entomology–and those who cannot spend the time to take both a general entomology course and an applied course–this text combines, in a single volume–general principles of entomology and modern principles of insect pest management–including factual details and specific examples.

NEW—Current information on environmentally sound insecticides in Chapter 11.

~Provides students with up-to-date information on the latest insecticides.

NEW—Many color photographs–Now replace line drawings of insects.

~Helps students get a more realistic view of the insects’ appearance and build a more lasting mental image.

NEW--Transgenic Plant Controversy (Ch. 12)–Discusses the continued rapid development of transgenic plants that offer high degrees of resistance to insect pests and are being widely adopted in several cropping systems; also discusses new concerns about insect resistance to these and safety of food from these crops.

~Students learn about current issues on uses of transgenic plants and their products and can weigh both sides of these issues in their decision making.

NEW—Updated web site listings–At the end of each chapter. Lists “Favorite Sites” for the latest details available in entomology.

~Provides students with the authors’ favorite websites for further study. 

NEW—Revised material on pest management systems in Chapter 17—Presents recent developments in pest management systems as well as the emergence of insect pests new to North America. Also includes a new example of potato pest management.

~Keeps students informed of the latest developments in pest management systems.

NEW—Revised Website Appendix–Reflects the very latest internet resources available in entomology.

~Provides students with the most comprehensive list available in any entomological text, offering resources for further study and up-to-the minute data.

NEW—Released and recently discontinued products and updated insecticides and manufacturers appendix.

~Familiarizes students with products currently in use and makes them aware of recent legislation that affects what they do on the job.

NEW—Terms and important concepts highlighted.

~Aids students in mastering the language and vocabulary of pest management and makes the book a useful reference.

1996 Food Quality Protection Act and current regulations and labeling of biopesticides.

~Introduces critical information on the impact of new government regulations. Provides students with current information on microbial pesticides, plant pesticides and biochemical pesticides.

Coverage of developments in genetic engineering and plant bio technology.

~Provides an introduction to the latest biological pest management techniques being used.

Theory and practice emphasis.

~Provides students with an understanding of the major elements of general entomology as they relate to modern principles of pest management and work experiences.

Novel treatment of pest management practice–Using an analogy to human medicine.

~Enables students to visualize how pest management systems are crafted, facilitating their understanding of the principles of integrating several management tactics.

Insect diagnostic boxes.

~Provides students with the latest detailed information on distribution, importance, appearance, and life cycle of an insect species or species group.

Ecological approach.

~Introduces students to pest management topics as aspects of applied ecology and presents solutions to pest problems with regard to environmental quality, profitability and durability.

Ecological backlash–Pesticide resistance, pest resurgence and pest replacement.

~Helps students understand that applying tactics does not always result in sustainable solutions.

Stand-alone treatments of both insect sampling and decision making.

~Helps students develop practical skills in monitoring pests and making well-founded decisions.

Important Appendices–Key to the Orders of Insecta, alphabetized list of insect common names with accompanying scientific names and classifications, common insecticides by common and trade names, and manufacturer and toxicity information.

~Provides students with important reference material.

Current information on environmentally sound insecticides in Chapter 11.

~Provides students with up-to-date information on the latest insecticides.

Many color photographs—Now replace line drawings of insects.

~Helps students get a more realistic view of the insects’ appearance and build a more lasting mental image.

Transgenic Plant Controversy (Ch. 12)—Discusses the continued rapid development of transgenic plants that offer high degrees of resistance to insect pests and are being widely adopted in several cropping systems; also discusses new concerns about insect resistance to these and safety of food from these crops.

~Students learn about current issues on uses of transgenic plants and their products and can weigh both sides of these issues in their decision making.

Updated web site listings—At the end of each chapter. Lists “Favorite Sites” for the latest details available in entomology.

~Provides students with the authors’ favorite websites for further study. 

Revised material on pest management systems in Chapter 17–Presents recent developments in pest management systems as well as the emergence of insect pests new to North America. Also includes a new example of potato pest management.

~Keeps students informed of the latest developments in pest management systems.

Revised Website Appendix—Reflects the very latest internet resources available in entomology.

~Provides students with the most comprehensive list available in any entomological text, offering resources for further study and up-to-the minute data.

Released and recently discontinued products and updated insecticides and manufacturers appendix.

~Familiarizes students with products currently in use and makes them aware of recent legislation that affects what they do on the job.

Terms and important concepts highlighted.

~Aids students in mastering the language and vocabulary of pest management and makes the book a useful reference.

 1. Introduction.

Insect Abundance.

Insect Diversity.

What an Insect Is.

Other Arthropods.

What Entomology Is.

Relationships Between Insects and People.

Insect Pest Management.

 2. Insect Structures and Life Processes.

The Insect Body.

Maintenance and Locomotion.

Sensing the Environment and Integrating Activities.

Insect Reproduction.

 3. Insect Classification.

Objectives of Classification.

Elements of Classification.

General Classification of Insects.

Mite and Tick Classification.

 4. The Insect Life Cycle.

Reproduction and Embryonic Development.

Postembryonic Growth and Development.

Maturity.

General Models of the Life Cycle.

Insect Seasonal Cycles.

 5. Insect Ecology.

The Ecological Role of Insect Pests.

Dynamics of Insect Life Systems.

Effects of Environment on Insect Development.

Regulation of Insect Populations.

 6. Surveillance and Sampling.

Sampling Units and Samples.

Sampling Universe.

Sampling Techniques and Sampling Programs.

Common Sampling Techniques in Insect Pest Management.

The Sampling Program.

 7. Economic Decision Levels for Pest Populations.

Concepts of Economic Levels.

Calculation of Economic Decision Levels.

Dynamics of Economic-Injury Levels.

Environmental EILS.

Using Economic Levels.

Conclusions.

 8. Pest Management Theory.

Historical Highlights of Pest Technology.

The Concept of Pest Management.

Development of a Pest Management Program.

 9. Management with Natural Enemies and Other Biological Agents.

Brief History of Biological Control.

The Theory Behind Classical Biological Control.

Agents of Biological Control.

The Practice of Biological Control.

Conclusions.

10. Ecological Management of the Crop Environment.

Reducing Average Favorability of the Ecosystem.

Disrupting Continuity of Pest Requisites.

Diverting Pest Populations Away From the Crop.

Reducing the Impact of Insect Injury.

Conclusions.

11. Conventional Insecticides for Management.

Insecticide Names and Formulas.

Survey of Common Insecticides.

Chemicals Used With Insecticides.

Insecticide Formulations.

Insecticide Toxicity.

Insecticide Laws and Regulations.

Food Quality Protection Act.

Using Insecticides for Pest Management.

Conclusions.

12. Managing Insects with Resistant Plants.

Brief History.

Insect and Host-Plant Relationships.

Mechanisms of Resistance.

Genetic Nature of Resistance.

Factors Mediating the Expression of Resistance.

Biotechnology and Resistant-Variety Development.

Successful Uses of Insect-Resistant Cultivars.

Use of Plant Resistance in Insect Pest Mangement.

Conclusions.

13. Management by Modifying Insect Development and Behavior.

Disrupting Normal Growth and Development.

Modifying Behaviors Patterns.

Conclusions.

14. Sterile-Insect Technique and Other Pest Genetic Tactics.

The Sterile-Insect Technique.

Other Genetic Tactics.

Conclusions.

15. The Practice of Insect Pest Management.

Concepts of Integration.

Development of an Integrated Management Program.

Areawide Pest Technology.

Site-Specific Farming and Pest Management Practice.

Conclusions.

16. Managing Ecological Backlash.

Resistance to Populations to Pest Management Tactics.

Pest Population Resurgence and Replacement.

Other Forms of Ecological Backlash.

Conclusions.

17. Insect Pest Management Case Histories.

Insect Pest Management in a Low-Value Production System.

Insect Pest Management in Moderate-Value Production Systems.

Insect Pest Management in High-Value Production Systems.

Conclusions.

Appendix 1: Key to the Orders of Insecta.

Appendix 2: List of Some Insects and Related Species Alphabetized by Common Name.

Appendix 3: World Wide Web Sites of Entomological Resources.

Glossary.

Index.

Fundamentals of Entomology (Agriculture)
Pest Management (Agriculture)

For introductory courses in Applied Entomology, Insect Pest Management, Economic Entomology, and any entomology course dealing with insect pests. 

 

Ideal for students with little or no background in entomology—and those who don't have time to take both a general entomology course and an applied course—this text combines, in a single volume, general principles of entomology and modern principles of insect pest management, including factual details and specific examples.
• Entomology & Pest Management, 6/E
  Pedigo & Rice
  © 2009 | Prentice Hall | Cloth; 816 pages | Instock
  ISBN-10: 0135132959 | ISBN-13: 9780135132951
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