Infectious Forest Diseases - Hardcover

Today, forest health and the management of threats towards it are attracting more and more attention on a global scale. This book covers the most recent advances in the management of forest diseases, including the epidemiology and infection biology of forest pathogens, and forest protection based on integrated pest and disease management approaches. A comprehensive range of diseases caused by viruses, bacteria, fungi and other organisms are discussed in detail, making this book essential reading for forest managers and extension specialists. Written by recognised authorities in the subject of forest health, this book also provides a wealth of information useful for researchers and lecturers of forest pathology and ecology.

This title offers uniquely international coverage of the latest advances in the epidemiology and management of major forest pathogens. The threats to forest health around the world are increasingly attracting international attention. This is the first book on the market to cover forest diseases on an international scale. It is a timely publication as the health of forests around the world are under increasing threat. It covers all recent advances in the management of forest diseases, including the epidemiology and infection biology of forest pathogens, and forest protection based on integrated pest and disease management approaches. It includes a detailed discussion of a comprehensive range of diseases caused by viruses, bacteria, fungi and other organisms. It is written by leading authorities on forest health. It is suitable for researchers and academics in forest pathology and ecology, forest managers and extension specialists.