GREENHOUSE PEST MANAGEMENT (PB 2016) Paperback

As sustainable agriculture continues to grow, the production of horticultural crops in greenhouses has increased significantly worldwide. While many publications address pest management in greenhouses, Greenhouse Pest Management is the first comprehensive guide focused on managing greenhouse arthropod pests, particularly in commercial production systems. The book covers essential information about major insects and mites, including their biology and life cycle. It includes color images to aid in identification and illustrate the damage these pests can cause to greenhouse crops. It also explores various pest management strategies, such as cultural, physical, and biological control, along with pesticide use, and discusses the impact of cultural practices and sanitation on pest population dynamics. Richly illustrated and succinctly organized, Greenhouse Pest Management is an essential resource for professional growers, pest managers, researchers, crop consultants, hobbyists, students, and agricultural extension agents. It provides a comprehensive textual and visual guide to managing pests in greenhouses