The More Important Apple Insects (1922)

By Altus Lacy Quaintance

Book Overview

The More Important Apple Insects is a book written by Altus Lacy Quaintance in 1922. The book is a comprehensive guide to the most significant insects that affect apple trees. The author discusses the life cycle, habits, and behavior of each insect, as well as the damage they can cause to the apple tree and its fruit. The book is divided into chapters that cover different insects, including the codling moth, apple maggot, and San Jose scale. The author also includes information on the various methods of controlling these insects, including cultural practices, biological control, and chemical control. The book is an essential resource for apple growers, entomologists, and anyone interested in the science of insect control.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120905796
• ISBN13: 9781120905796
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 102 Pages
• Weight: 0.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"