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Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
Testing a Biological Control Agent Against Some Diseases of Oilseed Rape
Author: Diseases of Oilseed Crops
Author: G. S. SaharanPublisher: Indus Publishing
ISBN: 9788173871764
Category : Oilseed plants
Languages : en
Pages : 690
Book Description
Contributed articles.
Biocontrol Potential and its Exploitation in Sustainable Agriculture
Author: Rajeev K. UpadhyayPublisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 146154209X
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 299
Book Description
Plant based biotechnology has come to represent a means of mitigating the problems of global food security in the twenty-first century. Products and processes in agriculture are increasingly becoming linked to science and cutting edge technology, to enable the engineering of what are in effect, designer plants. One of the most successful , non-chemical approaches to pest management and disease control is biological control, which seeks a solution in terms of using living organisms to regulate the incidence of pests and pathogens, providing a natural control' while still maintaining the biological balance with the ecosystem. This volume, (the first of two), addresses the different types of biocontrol for different pests, namely, crop diseases, weeds and nematodes, and details the biology of both the pest and its enemies, which is vital for efficient use of biological control. The book has numerous contributors who are authorities in their fields, and would be an asset to those who have interest in sustainable agriculture and crop productivity.
Plant Nutrient Dynamics in Stressful Environments
Author: Urs FellerPublisher: MDPI
ISBN: 3038970638
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 173
Book Description
(This book is a printed edition of the Special Issue "Plant Nutrient Dynamics in Stressful Environments" that was published in Agriculture
Biological Control: Measures of Success
Author: G. GurrPublisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 9401140146
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 433
Book Description
As well as examining successful biological control programmes this book analyses why the majority of attempts fail. Off-target and other negative effects of biological control are also dealt with. Chapters contributed by leading international researchers and practitioners in all areas of biological control afford the book a breadth of coverage and depth of analysis not possible with a single author volume. Combined with the use of other experts to review chapters and editorial oversight to ensure thematic integrity of the volume, this book provides the most authoritative analysis of biological control published. Key aspects addressed include how success may be measured, how successful biological control has been to date and how may it be made more successful in the future. With extensive use of contemporary examples, photographs, figures and tables this book will be invaluable to advanced undergraduate and postgraduate students as well as being a `must' for all involved in making biological control successful.
Biological Management of Diseases of Crops
Author: P. NarayanasamyPublisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 9400763808
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 691
Book Description
Biological disease management tactics have emerged as potential alternative to chemical application for containing crop diseases. Biotic and abiotic biological control agents (BCAs) have been demonstrated to be effective against diseases caused by microbial plant pathogens. Combination of biotic and abiotic agents leads to synergism and consequent improvement in the effectiveness of disease control. It is essential to assay the biocontrol potential of all isolates/species of fungal, bacterial and viral biocontrol agents by different techniques in vitro and under greenhouse and field conditions and to precisely identify and differentiate the most effective isolates from less effective ones by employing biological, immunological and nucleic acid-based assays.
Biocontrol Potential and its Exploitation in Sustainable Agriculture
Author: R. K. UpadhyayPublisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 9780306464607
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 332
Book Description
Plant based biotechnology has come to represent a means of mitigating the problems of global food security in the twenty-first century. Products and processes in agriculture are increasingly becoming linked to science and cutting edge technology, to enable the engineering of what are in effect, designer plants. One of the most successful , non-chemical approaches to pest management and disease control is biological control, which seeks a solution in terms of using living organisms to regulate the incidence of pests and pathogens, providing a natural control' while still maintaining the biological balance with the ecosystem. This volume, (the first of two), addresses the different types of biocontrol for different pests, namely, crop diseases, weeds and nematodes, and details the biology of both the pest and its enemies, which is vital for efficient use of biological control. The book has numerous contributors who are authorities in their fields, and would be an asset to those who have interest in sustainable agriculture and crop productivity.
Harnessing Useful Rhizosphere Microorganisms for Pathogen and Pest Biocontrol, Volume II
Author: Aurelio CiancioPublisher: Frontiers Media SA
ISBN: 2889632008
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 470
Book Description
The use of biocontrol agents and beneficial organisms for management of plant and pest diseases appears as an environment-friendly and economic procedure. However, this option is not always available, depending on the lack of knowledge on the mechanisms of natural regulation, locally effective. In this view, this eBook considers studies and experimental works illustrating a range of problems and solutions based on microbial resources, suitable for management of biotic stress factors. These examples show how detailed data and knowledge on the organisms involved are of paramount importance to achieve a sustainable and durable management capability.
Endophytes for a Growing World
Author: Trevor R. HodkinsonPublisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1108471765
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 445
Book Description
Discusses the role of endophytes in food security, forestry and health. It outlines their general biology, spanning theory to practice.
Molecular Microbial Ecology of the Rhizosphere, 2 Volume Set
Author: Frans J. de BruijnPublisher: Wiley-Blackwell
ISBN: 9781118296172
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 1328
Book Description
Molecular Microbial Ecology of the Rhizosphere covers current knowledge on the molecular basis of plant-microbe interactions in the rhizosphere. Also included in the book are both reviews and research-based chapters describing experimental materials and methods. Edited by a leader in the field, with contributions from authors around the world, Molecular Microbial Ecology of the Rhizosphere brings together the most up-to-date research in this expanding area, and will be a valuable resource for molecular microbiologists and plant soil scientists, as well as upper level students in microbiology, ecology, and agriculture.