African Cereal Stem Borers: Economic Importance, Taxonomy, Natural Enemies and Control

Description:

Provides fundamental information necessary for formulating integrated pest management of Africa cereal stem borers, in particular any natural enemy component. Economically important species are characterized regionally and according to their biology and host plants, both wild and cultivated. The taxonomy of the moths, their larvae and their natural enemies are examined in detail and techniques of rearing are described. Illustrated keys are provided for their recognition, and their distributions and hosts are listed. Finally, the control measures currently in use and those being investigated are summarized. Essential reading for applied entomologists, agronomist and extension workers with an active interest in cereal production in Africa.

Condition

Fine.