Biocontrol Science And Technology

  biocontrol science and technology: Concise Illustrated Dictionary of Biocontrol Terms Vladimir V. Gouli, Svetlana Y. Gouli, Jose A.P. Marcelino, 2015-11-06 The Concise Illustrated Dictionary of Biocontrol Terms includes basic terminology related to the biological control of pests, together with state-of-the-art scientific and practical terms, for expedient comprehension and analysis of present, forecasted or in situ pest management problems. In addition, it also provides the names of the most common pesticides and predators commercially available in different continents (Americas, Europe, Asia, Australia, Africa), as well as target pests and diseases of these agents, making it a tangible tool for prompt management actions. The dictionary is copiously illustrated with original pictures clarifying the most commonly used terms and the identity of organisms in biocontrol technology, with content that is both scientifically rigorous and clear. The biological control of pests using living organisms, or products from their activities, is an independent branch of science based on multiple disciplines including general biology, zoology, entomology, phytopathology, microbiology and others. As a result, the field of biological control has its own specific terminology that needs to be understood and applied correctly across this variety of disciplines, including among those approaching the field from a different area of expertise and who may have difficulty understanding the terms used by experts in the field. This compact illustrated guide will appeal to the scientific community working in integrated pest management disciplines, as well as those researching, studying, and working with interest in protecting natural resources at a global, local, and individual level, in a variety of locations including the lab, garden, field, or forest. - Enables understanding of the terminology used in biological control for professionals, researchers and students in a variety of scientific fields - Features clear images and photographs to help identify insects and pathogens - Ideal for in situ use in both the lab and field pest management protocols
  biocontrol science and technology: Biocontrol Agents Victor Green, 2017 This book provides a review of biocontrol agents. Chapter One discusses the biological control of bacterial pathogens in horticultural systems. Chapter Two focuses on the modes of action and applicability of the most used biological fungicides in vegetables and field crops. Chapter Three studies the biological control of fungal diseases of edible mushrooms. Chapter Four identifies different classes of biopesticides and more particularly, examines plant-based products/chemicals, discussing their integration in pest/vectors management programs. Chapter Five reviews the potential of phytoinsecticides, their action mechanisms, and their relative importance to integrated management strategies.
  biocontrol science and technology: Biocontrol Agents and Secondary Metabolites Sudisha Jogaiah, 2020-11-13 Biocontrol and Secondary Metabolites: Applications and Immunization for Plant Growth and Protection covers established and updated research on emerging trends in plant defense signaling in, and during, stress phases. Other topics cover growth at interface as a sustainable way of life and the context of human welfare and conservation of fungi as a group of organisms. Further, the book explores induced systemic resistance using biocontrol agents and/or secondary metabolites as a milestone for sustainable agricultural production, thus providing opportunities for the minimization or elimination of the use of fungicides. - Presents an overview on mechanisms by which plants protect themselves against herbivory and pathogenic microbes - Identifies the use of immunization as a popular and effective alternative to chemical pesticides - Explores how these fungi help crop plants in better uptake of soil nutrients, increase soil fertility, produce growth promoting substances, and secrete metabolites that act as bio-pesticides
  biocontrol science and technology: Natural Enemies Ann E. Hajek, 2004-02-12 Publisher Description
  biocontrol science and technology: Theoretical Approaches to Biological Control Bradford A. Hawkins, Howard V. Cornell, 2008-10-14 Biological control is the suppression of pest populations using predators, parasitoids and pathogens. Historically, biological control has largely been on a trial-and-error basis, and has failed more often than it has succeeded. However by developing theories based upon fundamental population principles and the biological characteristics of the pest and agent, we can gain a much better understanding of when and how to use biological control. This book gathers together recent theoretical developments and provides a balanced guide to the important issues that need to be considered in applying ecological theory to biological control. It will be a source of productive and stimulating thought for all those interested in pest management, theoretical ecology and population biology.
  biocontrol science and technology: Conservation Biological Control Pedro A. Barbosa, 1998-06-26 This volume is a comprehensive treatment of how the principles of ecology and conservation biology can be used to maximize biological control. Conservation Biological Control presents various means to modify or manipulate the environment to enhance the activities of natural enemies of pests. It establishes a conceptual link between ecology and the agricultural use of agents for biological control, and discusses both theoretical issues as well as practical management concerns. Certain to be interesting to ecologists and entomologists, this volume will also appeal to scientists, faculty, researchers and students interested in pest management, horticulture, plant sciences, and agriculture. - Contains chapters by an international team of leading authorities - Establishes a conceptual link between ecology and the agricultural use of agents for biological control - Discusses both theoretical issues as well as practical management concerns - Provides specific examples of how conservation principles are used to maximize the biological control of pests
  biocontrol science and technology: Biological Control: Measures of Success G. Gurr, S.D. Wratten, 2012-12-06 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.
  biocontrol science and technology: Fungi As Biocontrol Agents T. M. Butt, C. Jackson, N. Magan, 2001 There is increasing interest in the use of fungi for the control of pests, weeds and diseases. This book brings together perspectives from pathology, ecology, genetics, physiology, production technology, to address the use of fungi as biological control agents.
  biocontrol science and technology: Biological Control George E. Heimpel, Nicholas J. Mills, 2017-04-03 This book enhances our understanding of biological control, integrating historical analysis, theoretical models and case studies in an ecological framework.
  biocontrol science and technology: Nematodes as Biocontrol Agents Parwinder S. Grewal, Ralf-Udo Ehlers, David I. Shapiro-Ilan, 2005 This book documents and illustrates major developments in the use of nematodes for the biological control of insects and slugs. It covers the use of three main types of nematodes: entomopathogenic nematodes, entomophilic nematodes and slug-parasitic nematodes. The biology, commercial production, formulation and quality control, application technology, strategy and safety of each of these three nematode groups is discussed. The book also examines the application of nematodes in different cropping systems, and the efficacy of nematodes against specific pests. The potential of predatory nematodes to control plant-parasitic nematodes and mycophagous nematodes to control fungal pathogens is also reviewed.
  biocontrol science and technology: Biological Control Charles Vincent, Mark S. Goettel, George Lazarovits, 2007-08-20 Biological control, the management of pests by the use of living organisms, has a long history of application to agriculture around the world. However, the effective use of beneficial organisms is constrained by environmental, legal, and economic restrictions, forcing researchers to adopt increasingly multi-disciplinary techniques in order to deploy successful biological control programs. It is this complex process, including the mindset and the social environment of the researcher as well as the science being pursued, that this book seeks to capture. Chapters reveal the experiences of scientists from the initial search for suitable control agents, to their release into ecosystems and finally to the beneficial outcomes which demonstrate the great success of biological control across diverse agro-ecosystems. Drawing together historical perspectives and approaches used in the development of biological control as well as outlining current debates surrounding terminology and differential techniques, Biological Control: A Global Perspective will be a valuable resource.
  biocontrol science and technology: Biotechnology and Biology of Trichoderma Vijai G. Gupta, Monika Schmoll, Alfredo Herrera-Estrella, Dr. R. S. Upadhyay, Irina Druzhinina, Maria Tuohy, 2014-02-17 Biotechnology and Biology of Trichoderma serves as a comprehensive reference on the chemistry and biochemistry of one of the most important microbial agents, Trichoderma, and its use in an increased number of industrial bioprocesses for the synthesis of many biochemicals such as pharmaceuticals and biofuels. This book provides individuals working in the field of Trichoderma, especially biochemical engineers, biochemists and biotechnologists, important information on how these valuable fungi can contribute to the production of a wide range of products of commercial and ecological interest. - Provides a detailed and comprehensive coverage of the chemistry, biochemistry and biotechnology of Trichoderma, fungi present in soil and plants - Includes most important current and potential applications of Trichoderma in bioengineering, bioprocess technology including bioenergy & biofuels, biopharmaceuticals, secondary metabolites and protein engineering - Includes the most recent research advancements made on Trichoderma applications in plant biotechnology and ecology and environment
  biocontrol science and technology: Biological Control Peter G. Mason, 2021-10-01 Biological Control: Global Impacts, Challenges and Future Directions of Pest Management provides a historical summary of organisms and main strategies used in biological control, as well as the key challenges confronting biological control in the 21st century. Biological control has been implemented for millennia, initially practised by growers moving beneficial species from one local area to another. Today, biological control has evolved into a formal science that provides ecosystem services to protect the environment and the resources used by humanity. With contributions from dedicated scientists and practitioners from around the world, this comprehensive book highlights important successes, failures and challenges in biological control efforts. It advocates that biological control must be viewed as a global endeavour and provides suggestions to move practices forward in a changing world. Biological Control is an invaluable resource for conservation specialists, pest management practitioners and those who research invasive species, as well as students studying pest management science.
  biocontrol science and technology: Biocontrol Agents Mahfouz M M Abd-Elgawad, Tarique Hassan Askary, James Coupland, 2017-07-12 This book describes entomopathogenic and slug parasitic nematodes as potential biocontrol agents in crop insect and slug pest management. Addressing research on these two nematodes from tropical, subtropical and temperate countries, it covers the new techniques and major developments regarding mass production, formulation, application, commercialization and safety measures. Plans for future strategies to make these beneficial nematodes cost-effective and expand their use by including them in integrated pest management programmes in different agro-ecosystems are also discussed. Biocontrol Agents: Entomopathogenic and Slug Parasitic Nematodes provides a comprehensive review of the topic and is an essential resource for researchers, industry practitioners and advanced students in the fields of biological control and integrated pest management.
  biocontrol science and technology: Biocontrol of Major Grapevine Diseases Stephane Compant, Florence Mathieu, 2016-03-31 Biocontrol of major grapevine diseases provides a timely research update on the use of biological control agents and plant resistance inducers against phytopathogenic infections of the grapevine by fungi, oomycetes, bacteria and phytoplasma.Taking a holistic approach, this book presents in detail the ecology, mechanisms and the application methods of these agents. Its 19 chapters, authored by international experts, cover diseases such as grey mould, trunk diseases, powdery and downy mildews, as well as phytoplasma diseases, and, by nature, emphasise applications of biocontrol in organic viticulture and as part of integrated pest management systems.
  biocontrol science and technology: Nematology Z. X. Chen, S. Y. Chen, Donald Ward Dickson, 2004 These two volumes provide a broad overview of our current knowledge of nematology. The first volume addresses basic biology, while the second covers applied aspects of nematodes as parasites or disease vectors, and the control of pest nematodes. The books are co-published with Tsinghua University Press, China. Contributors include the world's leading authorities from Australia, Brazil, Canada, France, New Zealand, UK and USA.
  biocontrol science and technology: Biological Control of Weeds in Australia M. H. Julien, R. E. McFadyen, Jim Cullen, 2012 Biological control of weeds has been practiced for over 100 years and Australia has been a leader in this weed management technique. The classical example of control of prickly pears in Australia by the cactus moth Cactoblastis cactorum, which was imported from the Americas, helped to set the future for biocontrol of weeds in many countries. Since then there have been many projects using Classical Biological Control to manage numerous weed species, many of which have been successful. Importantly, there have been no serious negative non-target impacts - the technique, when practiced as it is in Australia, is safe and environmentally friendly. Economic assessments have shown that biocontrol of weeds in Australia has provided exceedingly high benefit-to-cost ratios. This book reviews biological control of weeds in Australia to 2011, covering over 90 weed species and a multitude of biological control agents and potential agents. Each chapter has been written by practicing biological control of weeds researchers and provides details of the weed, the history of its biological control, exploration for agents, potential agents studied and agents released and the outcomes of those releases. Many weeds were successfully controlled, some were not, many projects are still underway, some have just begun, however all are reported in detail in this book. Biological Control of Weeds in Australiawill provide invaluable information for biological control researchers in Australia and elsewhere. Agents used in Australia could be of immense value to other countries that suffer from the same weeds as Australia. The studies reported here provide direction to future research and provide examples and knowledge for researchers and students. KEY FEATURES * A unique collation of information for Australian weed research and management * Contains all the information about biological control of weeds in Australia in one book * Provides key references for further information * Will become a well cited publication
  biocontrol science and technology: Entomopathogenic Nematodes as Biological Control Agents David I. Shapiro-Ilan, Edwin E. Lewis, 2024-09-23 Entomopathogenic nematodes (EPNs) are biocontrol agents that are used to control a wide variety of insect pests within agriculture and forestry. In addition to their use as bio-pesticides, EPNs have a fascinating biology and are thus considered model organisms in ecology, symbiosis and pathogenesis. This book presents basic knowledge and diverse applications to illustrate how EPNs play an important role as potent biocontrol solutions. This book is a must have for all pest management professionals including those practicing integrated pest management strategies.
  biocontrol science and technology: Herbicides Ruben Alvarez-Fernandez, 2012-01-20 Weeds severely affect crop quality and yield. Therefore, successful farming relies on their control by coordinated management approaches. Among these, chemical herbicides are of key importance. Their development and commercialization began in the 1940's and they allowed for a qualitative increase in crop yield and quality when it was most needed. This book blends review chapters with scientific studies, creating an overview of some the current trends in the field of herbicides. Included are environmental studies on their toxicity and impact on natural populations, methods to reduce herbicide inputs and therefore overall non-target toxicity, and the use of bioherbicides as natural alternatives.
  biocontrol science and technology: Recent Advancement in Microbial Biotechnology Surajit de Mandal, Ajit Kumar Passari, 2021-08-14 The rapid increase in microbial resources along with the development of biotechnological methods has revolutionized the field of microbial biotechnology. Genome characterization methods and metagenomic approaches further illustrate the role of microorganisms in various fields of research. Recent Advancement in Microbial Biotechnology: Agricultural and Industrial Approach provides an overview on the recent application of the microorganisms in agricultural and industrial improvements. The purpose of this book is to integrate all these diverse areas of research in a common platform. Recent advancement in Microbial Biotechnology targets researchers from both academia and industry, professors and graduate students working in molecular biology, microbiology and biotechnology. - Gives insight in the exploration of microbial functional diversity in different systems - Highlights important microbes and their role in enhancing agricultural productivity - Provides understanding to the basics with advance information of microbial biotechnology - Explores the importance of microbial genomes studies in agricultural and industrial applications
  biocontrol science and technology: Postharvest Pathology of Fresh Horticultural Produce Lluís Palou, Joseph L. Smilanick, 2019-10-28 Optimal distribution of fresh horticultural products entails prolonging their freshness and nutritional quality as long as possible after harvest. A major limitation to their marketing is decay after harvest, which is caused primarily by fungal pathogens. Postharvest Pathology of Fresh Horticultural Produce provides a comprehensive resource of information about the biology and control of postharvest diseases of many fresh horticultural products, citing sources from appropriate literature of any age, rather than only the most recent. The etiology and symptoms of postharvest diseases and the biology of postharvest pathogens are reviewed by leading experts, who are familiar with many of world’s most popular fresh fruits and vegetables and the diseases that affect them. Key aspects related to infection and epidemiology, methods to minimize postharvest decay losses, including use of conventional fungicides and alternative management strategies, harvest and handling practices, and other aspects are described for the most significant temperate, subtropical, and tropical fruits as well as fruit-like vegetables and leafy vegetables. Features: Provides comprehensive academic and practical reviews of postharvest diseases of fresh fruits and vegetables Discusses the economic importance, etiology, and epidemiology of the most significant postharvest diseases Includes quality color plates that allow the practical identification of disease symptoms Explains practical postharvest disease management actions, including the use of conventional fungicides and alternatives to their use The authors summarize a massive quantity of published information, and often apply their own considerable practical experience to identify and interpret the most significant information. This book is a valuable and comprehensive resource for industry professionals, academics, educators, students, consultants, pest control advisors, regulatory personnel, and others interested in this subject.
  biocontrol science and technology: Bioprospecting of Microorganism-Based Industrial Molecules Sudhir P. Singh, Santosh Kumar Upadhyay, 2021-12-13 Discover a comprehensive and current overview of microbial bioprospecting written by leading voices in the field In Bioprospecting of Microorganism-Based Industrial Molecules, distinguished researchers and authors Sudhir P. Singh and Santosh Kumar Upadhyay deliver global perspectives of bioprospecting of biodiversity. The book covers diverse aspects of bioprospecting of microorganisms demonstrating biomass value of nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, biomedical, and bioenergetic importance. The authors present an amalgamation of translational research on bioresource utilization and ecological sustainability that will further the reader’s knowledge of the applications of different microbial diversity and reveal new avenues of research investigation. Readers will also benefit from: A thorough introduction to microbial biodiversity and bioprospecting An exploration of anti-ageing and skin lightening microbial products and microbial production of anti-cancerous biomolecules A treatment of UV protective compounds from algal biodiversity and polysaccharides from marine microalgal sources Discussions of microbial sources of insect toxic proteins and the role of microbes in bio-surfactants production Perfect for academics, scientists, researchers, graduate and post-graduate students working and studying in the areas of microbiology, food biotechnology, industrial microbiology, plant biotechnology, and microbial biotechnology, Bioprospecting of Microorganism-Based Industrial Molecules is an indispensable guide for anyone looking for a comprehensive overview of the subject.
  biocontrol science and technology: Ecofriendly Pest Management for Food Security Omkar Ph.D., 2016-02-03 Ecofriendly Pest Management for Food Security explores the broad range of opportunity and challenges afforded by Integrated Pest Management systems. The book focuses on the insect resistance that has developed as a result of pest control chemicals, and how new methods of environmentally complementary pest control can be used to suppress harmful organisms while protecting the soil, plants, and air around them. As the world's population continues its rapid increase, this book addresses the production of cereals, vegetables, fruits, and other foods and their subsequent demand increase. Traditional means of food crop production face proven limitations and increasing research is turning to alternative means of crop growth and protection. - Addresses environmentally focused pest control with specific attention to its role in food security and sustainability. - Includes a range of pest management methods, from natural enemies to biomolecules. - Written by experts with extensive real-world experience.
  biocontrol science and technology: Nematode Pathogenesis of Insects and Other Pests Raquel Campos-Herrera, 2015-08-11 Achieving a sustainable agriculture requires integrating advances in multiples disciplines, covering both fundamental and applied research in a common objective: enhancing crop health for better productions. This first volume of the Series “Sustainability in plant and crop protection” presents a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary compendium about the recent achievements in the use of entomopathogenic nematodes (EPNs) as biological control in a global scale. The volume is organized in a first section discussing the last discoveries on the biology and ecology of the EPN, a second section covering the advances on the EPN productions and release, and a third section with multiples case-studies in which the concepts and ideas on the two previous sections are integrated and discussed. An essential tool for researchers and professionals working to advance in the sustainable use of our resources.
  biocontrol science and technology: Integrated Management of Insect Pests on Canola and Other Brassica Oilseed Crops Gadi V P Reddy, 2017-04-26 This book comprehensively reviews current pest management practices and explores novel integrated pest management strategies in Brassica oilseed crops. It is essential reading for pest management practitioners and researchers working on pest management in canola and other Brassica crops worldwide. Canola, mustard, camelina and crambe are the most important oilseed crops in the world. Canola is the second largest oilseed crop in the world providing 13% of the world's supply. Seeds of these species commonly contain 40% or more oil and produce meals with 35 to 40% protein. However, its production has declined significantly in recent years due to insect pest problems. The canola pest complexes are responsible for high insecticide applications on canola. Many growers rely on calendar-based spraying schedules for insecticide applications. The diamondback moth Plutella xylostella and flea beetles Phyllotreta spp. (P. cruciferae and P. striolata)cause serious damage to canola. In the Northern Great Plains, USA, for instance, P. xylostella is now recorded everywhere that canola is grown. Severe damage to canola plants can be caused by overwintering populations of flea beetles feeding on newly emerged seedlings. Cabbage seed pod weevil (Ceutorhynchus obstrictus), swede midge (Contarinia nasturtii), and tarnished plant bug (Lygus lineolaris) are also severe pests on canola. Minor pests include aphids (cabbage aphid, Brevicoryne brassicae and turnip aphid, Hyadaphis erysimi) and grasshopper, Melanoplus sanguinipes.
  biocontrol science and technology: Integrated Pest and Disease Management in Greenhouse Crops Ramon Albajes, Maria Lodovica Gullino, Joop C. van Lenteren, Yigal Elad, 2006-04-11 The International Centre for Advanced Mediterranean Agronomic Studies (CIHEAM), established in 1962, is an intergovernmental organization of 13 countries: Albania, Algeria, Egypt, France, Greece, Italy, Lebanon, Malta, Morocco, Portugal, Spain, Tunisia and Turkey. Four institutes (Bari, Italy; Chania, Greece; Montpellier, France; and Zaragoza, Spain) provide postgraduate education at the Master of Science level. CIHEAM promotes research networks on Mediterranean agricultural priorities, supports the organization of specialized education in member countries, holds seminars and workshops bringing together technologists and scientists involved in Mediterranean agriculture and regularly produces diverse publications including the series Options Méditerranéennes. Through these activities, CIHEAM promotes North/South dialogue and international co-operation for agricultural development in the Mediterranean region. Over the past decade, the Mediterranean Agronomic Institute of Zaragoza has developed a number of training and research-supporting activities in the field of agroecology and sustainability of agricultural production systems. Some of these activities have been concerned with the rational use of pesticides and more particularly with the implementation of integrated control systems in order to gain in efficacy and decrease both the environmental impact and the negative repercussions for the commercialization of agricultural products.
  biocontrol science and technology: Biological Approaches for Controlling Weeds Ramalingam Radhakrishnan, 2018-09-05 Weed populations in agriculture are a major cause of yield loss. Conventionally, crop rotation and tillage practices limit the number of weed flora. Several chemical herbicides are being applied to control weed growth, but the long-term use of those chemicals does not effectively control weeds, due to the development of resistant germplasms, which cause hazardous effects in living organisms. The global interest in organic farming endorses the alternative way of weed control against chemical herbicides. Recently, biological agents have been added to integrated weed management strategies. Several studies reveal that plant extracts, bacteria, fungi and their products effectively control weed seed germination and growth. The aim of this book is to discuss the current understanding of bioherbicides and strategies to weed control.
  biocontrol science and technology: Chalcidoidea of Iran Hassan Ghahari, Gary Gibson, Gennaro Viggiani, 2021-01-27 The superfamily Chalcidoidea (Insecta, Hymenoptera) contains in excess of 26,000 described species worldwide, but with an estimated total diversity of more than 500,000 species the vast majority of species have yet to be discovered and described. Most chalcidoid species are parasitoids of hosts in at least 12 different insect orders, attacking the egg, larval or pupal stages, though phytophagy and other life cycles and hosts are known. Iran is the 18th largest country in the world and has a rich and diverse insect fauna, including Chalcidoidea. It is extremely interesting from a biogeographic point of view, and a paradise for an entomologist. This book summarizes the results of all prior research concerning species diversity of Iranian Chalcidoidea, including host records and distribution records by province in Iran as well as world distribution by country for 1,351 species of Chalcidoidea recorded from Iran through the end of 2019.
  biocontrol science and technology: Bioassays of Entomopathogenic Microbes and Nematodes Amos Navon, K. R. S. Ascher, 2000-01-01 This volume provides background theory and practical protocols for bioassays of bacteria, viruses, fungi and nematodes that can be used as biological control agents against insect pests of agricultural and medical importance.
  biocontrol science and technology: Issues in Bioengineering and Bioinformatics: 2011 Edition , 2012-01-09 Issues in Bioengineering and Bioinformatics: 2011 Edition is a ScholarlyEditions™ eBook that delivers timely, authoritative, and comprehensive information about Bioengineering and Bioinformatics. The editors have built Issues in Bioengineering and Bioinformatics: 2011 Edition on the vast information databases of ScholarlyNews.™ You can expect the information about Bioengineering and Bioinformatics in this eBook to be deeper than what you can access anywhere else, as well as consistently reliable, authoritative, informed, and relevant. The content of Issues in Bioengineering and Bioinformatics: 2011 Edition has been produced by the world’s leading scientists, engineers, analysts, research institutions, and companies. All of the content is from peer-reviewed sources, and all of it is written, assembled, and edited by the editors at ScholarlyEditions™ and available exclusively from us. You now have a source you can cite with authority, confidence, and credibility. More information is available at http://www.ScholarlyEditions.com/.
  biocontrol science and technology: Biological Control of Plant-parasitic Nematodes, 2nd Edition Graham R Stirling, 2014-05-14 Plant-parasitic nematodes are one of multiple causes of soil-related sub-optimal crop performance. This book integrates soil health and sustainable agriculture with nematode ecology and suppressive services provided by the soil food web to provide holistic solutions. Biological control is an important component of all nematode management programmes, and with a particular focus on integrated soil biology management, this book describes tools available to farmers to enhance the activity of natural enemies, and utilize soil biological processes to reduce losses from nematodes.
  biocontrol science and technology: Microbiome Under Changing Climate Ajay Kumar, Joginder Singh Panwar, Luiz Fernando Romanholo Ferreira, 2022-01-21 Microbiome Under Changing Climate: Implications and Solutions presents the latest biotechnological interventions for the judicious use of microbes to ensure optimal agricultural yield. Summarizing aspects of vulnerability, adaptation and amelioration of climate impact, this book provides an important resource for understanding microbes, plants and soil in pursuit of sustainable agriculture and improved food security. It emphasizes the interaction between climate and soil microbes and their potential role in promoting advanced sustainable agricultural solutions, focusing on current research designed to use beneficial microbes such as plant growth promoting microorganisms, fungi, endophytic microbes, and more. Changes in climatic conditions influence all factors of the agricultural ecosystem, including adversely impacting yield both in terms of quantity and nutritional quality. In order to develop resilience against climatic changes, it is increasingly important to understand the effect on the native micro-flora, including the distribution of methanogens and methanotrophs, nutrient content and microbial biomass, among others. - Demonstrates the impact of climate change on secondary metabolites of plants and potential responses - Incorporates insights on microflora of inhabitant soil - Explores mitigation processes and their modulation by sustainable methods - Highlights the role of microbial technologies in agricultural sustainability
  biocontrol science and technology: Plant Diversity and Ecology in the Chihuahuan Desert Maria C. Mandujano, Irene Pisanty, Luis E. Eguiarte, 2020-07-18 Environmental and specific diversity in the Chihuahuan desert in general, and in the Cuatro Ciénegas Basin in particular, has long been recognized as outstanding. This book provides a global ecological overview, together with in-depth studies of specific processes. The Chihuahuan desert is the warmest in North America, and has a complex geologic, climatic and biogeographical history, which affects today’s distribution of vegetation and plants and generates complex phylogeographic patterns. The high number of endemic species reflects this complex set of traits. The modern distribution of environments, including aquatic and subaquatic systems, riparian environments, gypsum dunes and gypsum-rich soils, low levels of phosphorous and organic matter, and high salinity combined with an extreme climate call for a range of adaptations. Plants are distributed in a patchy pattern based on punctual variations, and many of them respond to different resources and conditions with considerable morphological plasticity. In terms of physiological, morphological and ecological variability, cacti were identified as the most important group in specific environments like bajadas, characterized by high diversity values, while gypsophytes and gypsovagues of different phylogenies, including species with restricted distribution and endemics.
  biocontrol science and technology: Capsicum Aman Dekebo, 2020-10-14 Capsicum, also known as chili or bell pepper, is one of the most economically important vegetable crops worldwide due to its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anticancer properties. This book provides information on many aspects of this plant, such as its botanical information, nutritional values, bioactive compounds, pharmacology, cultivation, its use in treating diseases, and its applications in the food and pharmaceutical industries.
  biocontrol science and technology: Pests of Field Crops and Pastures PT Bailey, 2007-10-08 This comprehensive handbook on economic entomology for Australian field crops and pastures is the first of its kind. It encompasses pests and beneficial insects as well as allied forms of importance in Australian agriculture. Organised by commodities – such as cereals, sugar and tropical pasture legumes – it examines all the pest species for a particular commodity across Australia. Identification, distribution, damage, host range, biology, risk period and monitoring techniques are described for each entry, accompanied by useful illustrations. The book also describes introduced biological control agents that effectively control crop pests. Pests of Field Crops and Pastures will be a useful tool in crop management for progressive farmers, agronomists, agricultural consultants and academics alike.
  biocontrol science and technology: Bee Pollination in Agricultural Ecosystems Rosalind James, Theresa L. Pitts-Singer, 2008-09-09 For many agricultural crops, bees play a vital role as pollinators, and this book discusses the interplay among bees, agriculture, and the environment. Although honey bees are well recognized as pollinators, managed bumble bees and solitary bees are also critical for the successful pollination of certain crops, while wild bees provide a free service. As bees liberally pass pollen from one plant to the next, they also impact the broader ecosystem, and not always to the benefit of humankind. Bees can enhance the unintentional spread of genes from genetically engineered plants, and may increase the spread of invasive weeds. Conversely, genetically engineered plants can impact pollinators, and invasive weeds can supply new sources of food for these insects. Bees' flower-visiting activities also can be exploited to help spread biological control agents that control crop pests, and they are important for native plant reproduction. Managing bees for pollination is complex and the factors that must be taken into consideration are treated here, including bee natural history, physiology, pathology, and behavior. Furthermore, transporting bees from native ranges to new areas for pollination services can be controversial, and needs to be done only after assuring that it will not disrupt various ecosystems. Even though bees are small, unobtrusive creatures, they play large roles in the ecosystem. The connection between bees and humankind also is symbolic of a broader interconnection between humans and the natural world.
  biocontrol science and technology: Enhancing Biocontrol Agents and Handling Risks Maurizio Vurro, 2001 Contains 24 contributions and an additional six abstracts focusing on the use of biocontrol agents in agriculture. Sections address the need for enhanced biocontrol agents and strategies for enhancement; technologies for enhancing biocontrol agents; risks from enhanced biocontrol agents and their mitigation; and genetics and molecular biology of enhancing biocontrol agents. The abstracts address emerging biocontrols including valine excreting isolate of Pseudomonas syringae cv. tagetis exhibiting enhanced virulence against hounds tongue (Cynoglossum officinale); application of fungal polysaccharides in plant protection; and the predisposing of forest weeds by chemical and manual cutting treatments to enhance the efficacy of selected biocontrol agents. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR.
  biocontrol science and technology: Integrated Pest Management Edward B. Radcliffe, William D. Hutchison, Rafael E. Cancelado, 2009 This textbook presents theory and concepts in integrated pest management, complemented by two award-winning websites covering more practical aspects.
  biocontrol science and technology: Biopesticides David Chandler, Wyn P. Grant, Justin Greaves, 2010 This book contains 8 chapters focusing on the current state and challenges in regulation, economic analysis, policy-making and technology/innovation adoption that affects the acceptability and wider use of biopesticides in the integrated management of agricultural pests.
  biocontrol science and technology: The Biology of Nematodes Donald L Lee, 2002-01-10 The Biology of Nematodes synthesizes literature on free-living, plant-parasitic, and animal-parasitic nematodes. Topics covered include systematics and phylogeny, neuromuscular physiology, locomotion, sense organs, behavior, aging, the nematode genome, survival strategies, immunology, structure and organization, gametes and fertilization, and feeding and metabolism. This volume, the most authoritative available, includes contributions from researchers working on groundbreaking molecular techniques leading to new approaches in the study of nematode worms. It provides an important resource for research scientists working in a number of agricultural, medical, and biological fields.
29 Postharvest Biocontrol: New Concepts and Applications
The Science of Postharvest Biocontrol short review of the fundamental research we conducted related to postharvest biocontrol is presented because it played a key role in defining and …

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In this paper, we review pioneering and recent works using Bacillus and Pseudomonas bacteria and their biocontrol and PGPR mechanisms.

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commercialization of biocontrol products based on yeast to manage postharvest pathogens of fruit. To successfully inhibit the pathogen infection and development, several possible …

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individual cultivars or fungicides may not be able to control disease effectively. To improve biocontrol efficacies achieved through use of a single BCA, there has been increasing interest …

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Biocontrol agents (BCAs) deployed in India for pest and disease management can be broadly classified into four major categories: microbial agents, botanical derivatives, …

Pseudomonas putida strain B2017 fungal and bacterial crop …
In the present manuscript we describe the production of P. putida 8201 7, a novel biofungicide and biobactericide strain, at increasing scale — from laboratory (Erlenmeyer flasks) to pilot …

Size-susceptibility of Cornu …
Biocontrol of slugs in protected lettuce using the rhabditid nematode Phasmarhabditis hermaphrodita. Biocontrol, Science and Technology, 5(2), 233 –242. …

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Both generalist predators and aphelinid parasitoids attack Bemisia tabaci (Gennadius) Biotype B ( B. argentifolii Perring & Bellows) on cotton in the southwestern USA.

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Sorokin is widely used for biocontrol of pest insects, and many commercial products are on the market or under development. The aim of this review is to summarise all relevant safety data …

Action mechanisms, biodiversity, and omics approaches in …
These studies furnish clues about the evolution and taxonomic relationships of pseudomonads with the ability to stimulate plant growth, protect and defend the host plant against pathogens.

Review on safety of the entomopathogenic fungi
eauveria, both B. bassiana and B. brongniartii were used in biocontrol against pest insects. In a section on ‘Fungous Infections’, Steinhaus (1949) summarised the infection process, the …

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In the laboratory trial, there was no significant difference between the type of CLM larvae preyed on. However, higher predation was observed on parasitized CLM larvae reared on potted …

Rapid kudzu eradication and switchgrass establishment …
Recent availability of effective, non-restricted-use pesticides and developments with the application of the bioherbicide Myrothecium verrucaria has made possible new control …

Pseudomonas putida strain B2017 produced as technical …
In the present manuscript we describe the production of P. putida B2017, a novel biofungicide and biobactericide strain, at increasing scale – from laboratory (Erlenmeyer flasks) to pilot scale …

Is the Naturally Derived Insecticide Spinosad Compatible with …
Spinosad† (Dow Agrosciences) is a neurotoxic insecticide produced by fermentation of an actinomycete. Spinosad is classified as an environmentally and toxicologically reduced risk …

A novel method to scale up fungal endophyte isolations
Studies involving fungal endophytes very often rely on surface-sterilisation of plant samples to enable endophyte isolations. However, surface-sterilisation can be very time-consuming, …

Media and Fermentation Processes for the Rapid Production …
Keywords: Paecilomyces bioinsecticide, biocontrol fumosoroseus, blastospores, conidia,

Diversity of bacterial and fungal endophytes in maize and …
The present study aimed to (i) determine the distribution of endophytes in selected genotypes, growth stages and parts of maize; (ii) evaluate the larvicidal effect of the endophytes against …

Biofungicides as alternative to synthetic fungicide control of …
There have been several research activities focused on developing biocontrol strategies for the pathogen due to its resistance to the commonly used synthetic fungicides. Additionally, …

Biocontrol Science and Technology The effects of diet on …
SHORT COMMUNICATION The effects of diet on herbivory by a predaceous lady beetle Jonathan G. Lundgrena*, Susan E. Moserb,1, Richard L. Hellmichb and Michael P. …

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BIOCONTROL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY 3. reported by Posada, Aime, Peterson, Rehner, and Vega (2007). This inoculum concen-trationwassuccessfully usedfor …

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Learning from Past Attempts: does Classical Biological Control …
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Biological control of parthenium (Parthenium hysterophorus): …
Native range survey Biological control of parthenium was initiated in Australia in 1977. Native range surveys for biological control agents were first conducted by the Queensland …

Potential of endophytic Streptomyces spp. for biocontrol of …
tential of endophytic Streptomyces spp. for biocontrol of Fusarium root rot disease and growth promotion of tomato seedlings. Biocontrol Science and Technology, 2016, 26 (12), pp.1691 …

Mycelium of Alternaria alternata as a potential biological …
Biocontrol Science and Technology, 2006; 16(7/8): 653 -668 +, 0 Taylor &Francis Taylor h Francis Group Mycelium of Alternaria alternata as a potential

Potential use of bacterial strain in the genus Serratia to …
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Biological control of southern corn leaf blight by Trichoderma ...
Biocontrol Science and Technology 1135. Disease severity was evaluated based on the reported standard of a scale from 1 to 9 (Kump et al., 2011). Disease severity of different treatments …

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lecanii on various culture 33 media is described, and the efficacy of MS against western flower thrips is evaluated. High 34 concentrations of MS (2.9-3.1×105•mL-1) were produced in media …

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Effects of bio-organic fertiliser fortified by Bacillus cereus QJ …
BIOCONTROL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY 3. years and severe tobacco bacterial wilt disease had been observed. Prior to the analyses, the fieldswerefertilised for 3consecutiveyearsand …

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bacteria for biocontrol of plant-pathogens, since they excrete hydrolytic enzymes which are able to degrade cell walls (Chernin and Chet 2002), iron-chelating siderophores, and several cyclic ...

Bacillus velezensis strain HYEB5-6 as a potential biocontrol …
BIOCONTROL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY 637. assess the antimicrobial spectra of bacterial strains with potential as biocontrol agents in vitro. These fungal isolates were maintained on …

Micro-habitat niche differentiation contributing to …
BIOCONTROL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY. niche differentiation. Micro-habitat niche differentiation contributing to coexistence of Eucryptorrhynchus scrobiculatus Motschulsky and …

Size-susceptibility of Cornu aspersum exposed to the …
Cooke, 1982) it has been banned in many European countries. An alternative to chemical control is the biological control agent Phasmarhabditis hermaphrodita,a

Destruxin A production by Metarhizium brunneum strains
BIOCONTROL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY 1575. outcome of foliar applications of M. brunneum EAMa 01/58-Su strain against Spodoptera littoralis larvae, with spray application of …

Mikania micrantha (Asteraceae) in Australia Host specificity of ...
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Entomopathogenic fungus Clonostachys rosea as a …
BIOCONTROL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY 3. before the application of spore suspension. Afterwards, two conidial concentrations (4× ...

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BIOCONTROL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY 3. comes into direct contact with the phytopathogen. Three conditions were established: two controls (B25 and Fv) and one …

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Biocontrol Science and Technology, Vol. 19, No. 4, April 2009, 407 420 Downloaded By: [Sharma, Hari C.] At: 05:59 30 April 2009. pests on chickpea and pigeonpea. The parasitoid, Campoletis …

Biocontrol Science and Technology Evaluation of Puccinia …
Biocontrol Science and Technology 789 Downloaded By: [USDA National Agricultural Library] At: 12:10 13 May 2010. C. pycnocephalus 10 days after inoculationuntil theycovered both the …

Hernández-Velázquez, Juan Francisco Cuellar-Zometa, …
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Biocontrol Science and Technology 641 Downloaded By: [USDA National Agricultural Library] At: 21:32 28 October 2008. Light infections in older larvae permitted pupation (Falcon, Kane, and …

Exploitation of epiphytic bacterial antagonists for the …
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Biofungicides as alternative to synthetic fungicide control of …
Current control measures and challenges of Botrytis diseases Botrytis cinerea diseases are best managed through integrated disease management (IDM)

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Biocontrol Science and Technology 11: 703-710. Cornelius, M. L., J. J. Duan & R. H. Messing. 2001. Distribution and abundance of female oriental fruit flies near methyl eugenol-baited …

Biological control of water hyacinth in California’s …
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Assessment of Biocontrol Possibilities for Japanese Beetle
Science and Technology . Plant Protection and Quarantine . Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service . United States Department of Agriculture ... Assessment of B iocontrol Possibilities for …

Biocontrol Science and Technology Properties of a lipase …
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and characterisation of entomopathogenic fungi from Korean soils, Biocontrol Science and Technology, 23:3, 288-304, DOI: 10.1080/09583157.2012.756853

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acción de biocontrol, la secreción de sustancias inductoras y la solubilización de nutrientes. En un grupo de 20 experimentos realizados durante 11 campañas agrícolas en el ... Biocontrol …

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Biological control of weeds: an analysis of introductions, rates …
weed species, only one biocontrol agent was intro-duced. The largest number of agent species (44) was introduced for the biological control of Lantana camara (Verbenaceae). Three insect …

BIO CONTROL AND ITS ROLE IN SERICULTURE: A REVIEW …
Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir(India) ABSTRACT Mulberry silkworm, Bombyx mori L. the living biological factory of silk, and the backbone of …

parasitoid of Spodoptera frugiperda Telenomus remus …
RESEARCH ARTICLE Release density, dispersal capacity, and optimal rearing conditions for Telenomus remus, an egg parasitoid of Spodoptera frugiperda, in maize

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For Peer Review Only 2 19 Abstract 20 The nematode Phasmarhabditis hermaphrodita has been developed as a biological control agent for slugs and snails. Slugs avoid areas where21 P. …

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Optimisation of medium and culture conditions for the …
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of Encarsia formosa Sublethal effects of a Beauveria bassiana
BIOCONTROL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY 3 (A) Acute toxicity bioassay with adults. Acute toxicity of the mycopesticide to E. formosa adults was assessed by spraying a series of …

Prieto-Barajas, Ma. del Carmen Orozco-Mosqueda, Juan José …
Biocontrol Science and Technology 1351. data-set, a bootstrap analysis of 1000 replications was performed. A phylogenetic tree was constructed by using the maximum parsimony algorithm.

2nd Global Congress On Genetic Biocontrol Technologies
exciting science at a time when new technologies such as gene drive and Wolbachia-induced cytoplasmic incompatibility are being developed. This Congress will bring together researchers …