Parasitoids in Pest Management

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This book covers information on one of the most important biocontrol agents that are effective in controling insect pests of crops. It deals with important insect parasitic groups followed by specific group of parasitoids. The book addresses unique and modern aspects of why insect-pest management is necessary and what are different parastoids (Parasitic Insect Groups) helpful in the pest management, reduce the crop yield losses and ultimately increase the crop productivity. The proposed book presents a comprehensive account of beneficial insect parasitoids that would be useful for researchers in the area of entomology, agricultural and zoology.

This book covers information on the important biocontrol agents effective in pest suppression. It starts with insect parasitic groups followed by specific groups of parasitoids. It is hoped that the book presents a comprehensive account of beneficial parasitoirds, and will be useful to undergraduate and postgraduate students of Entomology, Biological Control, Plant Protection, Agricultural Zoology, and Zoology, besides those involved in competitive examinations and policy planning.

Features:

• Each chapter has been written by very experienced specialists
• Every chapter includes Learning Objectives and Points to Remember
• This book offers comprehensive knowledge of parasitoids and their application in pest management in a rational way

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