Classical Biological Control of Bemisia Tabaci in the United States - A Review of Interagency Research and Implementation

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Agricultural science

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Springer netherlands

Classical Biological Control of Bemisia Tabaci in the United States - A Review of Interagency Research and Implementation : Springer : 9781402067396 : 1402067399 : 26 Mar 2008 : This book reviews interagency research and development of classical (importation) biological control of Bemisia tabaci (biotype B) conducted in the USA from 1992- 2002. The successful discovery, evaluation, release, and establishment of at least five exotic B. tabaci natural enemies in rapid response to the devastating infestations in the USA represents a landmark in interagency cooperation and coordination of multiple disciplines. The review covers all key aspects of the classical biocontrol program, beginning with foreign exploration and quarantine culture, through dev- opment of mass rearing methodology, laboratory and field evaluation for efficacy, to field releases, integration with other management approaches, and monitoring for establishment and potential non-target impacts. The importance of morphologic

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