Entomology and Pest Management

By Marlin Rice, Larry P. Pedigo, Pedigo & Rice

Book Overview

Ideal for readers with little or no background in the subject, this book combines single-volume coverage of both general principles of entomology and modern principles of insect pest management -- with factual details and specific examples. KEY TOPICS: Discusses pest management topics as aspects of applied ecology, and presents solutions to pest problems with regard to environmental quality, profitability, and durability. Features a unique chapter on "Ecological Backlash" that discusses why pest programs fail. Contains stand-alone treatments of both insect sampling and decision making -- emphasizing economic thresholds. Presents examples of successful insect pest management programs in the context of diverse commodities. Covers recent pesticide regulations -- particularly the Food Quality Protection Act of 1996 -- which will have significant influences on pesticide registrations in the future. Features nearly 60 Insect diagnostic boxes -- with detailed information on distribution, importance, appearance, and life cycle of insect species or species groups. Contains several important appendices: A key to the orders of insects that allows even novices to identify both adult and immature insects; A list of insect common names along with the accompanying scientific names and classifications; and Lists of common insecticides by common and trade names and gives manufacturer and toxicity information. For entomologists and anyone wanting an introduction to applied entomology, insect pest management, or economic entomology.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0023933100
• ISBN13: 9780023933103
• Release Date: January 1989
• Publisher: Macmillan
• Length: 608 Pages
• Weight: 2.80 lbs.

Customer Reviews

Great book!

The book is great! Just got a test back on Friday and made a 97 on it! I was the highest grade in the class so the book is right on with its information. Thanks!

Entomology & Pest Management

The book was received in excellent condition and exactly as promised. Good communication. Will buy from again!

ALL NEEDS of a PLANT PROTECTION & ENTOMOLOGIY is AVAILABLE

I would be most appreciate to informe that "ENTOMOLOGY AND PEST MANAGEMENT" has been used as a comrehensive text for three courses in dep. of plant protection,fac. of agriculture,Zabol university,Iran by me,Ph.D OF entomology and faculty member of Zabol University & Gorgan University of Agriculture.Third edition of this book has translated to Persian(in press) and Unfortunatly this new edition of book not available in Iran and many difficulties are in Iran for book buying.I am waiting and expecting to recieve preforma or other information to having this book impatiencly & eagerly. with best regard Javad Karimi(Dep. of Plant Protection;Fac. of Agriculture,Tehran University,Karaj,Iran)

Good Introduction to Entomology

Dr. Pedigo's book is one of the better general entomology/ pest management textbooks that I have read. It is written in an understandable format and provides a good introduction to the structure, function, taxonomy, and applied ecology of insects. This volume is most appropriate for the undergraduate student interested in entomology although it would also be a handy addition to a graduate student's library as well. As with many introductory entomology textbooks, the taxonomic keys are very limited. I would recommend Borror, Triplehorn, and Johnson's: An introduction to the study of insects to anyone who desires a book with a good set of taxonomic keys.