9788170357728 - Introduction to General and Applied Entomology von Shukla, Abhishek (2 Ergebnisse)

Zustand: New. pp. viii + 457 Illus. (Mostly Col.).

Hardcover. Zustand: As New. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: As New. 1st Edition. Contents: Preface. 1. Importance of entomology. 2. Position of insect in animal kingdom and its relationship with other arthropods. 3. Insect dominance. 4. Insect structure and function. 5. Insect taxonomy. 6. Insect ecology. 7. Principals of pest management. 8. Chemical control. 9. Integrated pest management. 10. Biotechnological approaches to pest management. 11. Insect vectors of plant diseases. 12. Insect resistance to insecticides. 13. Agricultural and horticultural pests and their management. 14. Stored grain pests and their management. 15. Beneficial insects. Appendices. Glossary. References. Index. This text book aims at to provide an up to date, latest information's on general and applied aspects of Entomology, which is written in a simple language keeping in mind the syllabi of Entomology in PG and doctoral degree programme of various Indian Universities. This book will also be useful to those who are preparing for competitive examinations conducted by ASRB/ICAR, Central and State Government agencies for recruitment. The book is also useful to those dealing with pests and pest management. It is hoped that the book will useful not only for students, researchers, teachers and extension personals but also to agriculturist, horticulturists, foresters, veterinarians and laymen dealing with insect pests and their management. (jacket).