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Follow on Google News | Handbook of Small Grain Insects Available NowThe Entomological Society of America (ESA), in cooperation with the American Phytopathological Society (APS), announces the publication of Handbook of Small Grain Insects, the latest in ESA’s Insect Pest Handbooks series.
By: Entomological Society of America The handbook contains 170 photos and illustrated keys that will help readers identify small grain pests and beneficial arthropods. It begins with introductory chapters discussing management tactics specifically related to small grain production. The insect and mite pests that attack small grains are organized in sections covering: scientific classifications, origin and distribution, description (aids in identification) The handbook also brings together an extensive amount of hard-to-find information on the biology and management of many minor pests of small grains. A chapter on key cereal grain pests found outside North America is included, as well as sections on parasitoids, predators and entomopathogens of small grain pests. An extensive glossary and index also are included. Edited by G. David Buntin, Keith S. Pike, Michael J. Weiss, and James A. Webster, this handbook is designed for practitioners of integrated pest management (IPM) programs in small grains, growers, crop consultants, extension agents, agronomists, and agricultural sales representatives. Entomologists, entomology researchers and students will find this handbook indispensable. Horticulturists, plant pathologists, weed scientists, nematologists and scientists from related disciplines will also find the book to be a valuable reference. This book may be purchased for $59.00 plus S&H (USD) from The American Phytopathological Society (ESA members are entitled to a 10% discount). To order, go to the APS PRESS online store at http://www.shopapspress.org/ Review copies of Handbook of Small Grain Insects are available. If you are interested in reviewing this book and can forward a copy of the published review within six months of receiving the book, please send your request with details of your publication to Richard Levine (rlevine@entsoc.org or 301-731-4535, ext. 3009). # # # Founded in 1889, ESA is a non-profit organization committed to serving the scientific and professional needs of more than 5,700 entomologists and individuals in related disciplines. ESA's membership includes representatives from educational institutions, government, health agencies, and private industry. For more information, visit http://www.entsoc.org or write to sro@entsoc.org. Website: www.entsoc.org End
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