scholarly journals Landscape Maintenance Firms: II. Pest Management Practices

1996 ◽  
Vol 14 (2) ◽  
pp. 58-61
Author(s):  
M.P. Garber ◽  
K. Bondari
Keyword(s):  
Pest Management ◽  
Pest Control ◽  
Chemical Control ◽  
Management Practices ◽  
Control Measures ◽  
Plant Selection ◽  
Final Size ◽  
University Personnel ◽  
Resistant Varieties ◽  
Pesticide Usage

Abstract Landscape maintenance firms in Georgia were surveyed to obtain information regarding pesticide usage and factors that would facilitate adoption of non-chemical pest control measures. The trend in pest control from 1988 to 1993 was toward greater usage of non-chemical control measures. The usage trend for chemicals during that period was an increase for fungicides/bactericides and herbicides and a decrease for insecticides, with growth regulator use remaining steady. Over half (55%) of the pesticides were used for turf management. All firms expect to use about the same amount of pesticides over the next 5 years while increasing the use of non-chemical control measures. Opportunities were identified for landscape architects and university personnel to help landscape maintenance firms reduce the need for pesticides. The two most frequently identified opportunities for university personnel were to sponsor local workshops with specific training for workers on integrated pest management (IPM) practices (35.6%) and seasonal or regular newsletters with IPM reminders (30.0%). The most frequently identified opportunities available to the landscape architects to help reduce pesticide use included: (1) improved plant selection, particularly pest resistant varieties (51.8%), (2) proper site selection/location of plants (14.8%), and (3) more spacing between plants and consideration of final size (13.7%).

scholarly journals Pest Management in the United States Greenhouse and Nursery Industry: I. Trends in Chemical and Nonchemical Control

1996 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
pp. 194b-200 ◽  
Author(s):  
Melvin P. Garber ◽  
William G. Hudson ◽  
Jeffrey G. Norcini ◽  
Ronald K. Jones ◽  
Ann R. Chase ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Pest Management ◽  
Pest Control ◽  
Management Practices ◽  
Information Sources ◽  
The United States ◽  
Cooperative Extension Service ◽  
Control Measures ◽  
Primary Sources ◽  
Insect Control ◽  
Current Status

A national survey of the greenhouse and nursery industries was conducted to determine the current status of pest management practices. This study covers the trends in chemical and nonchemical pest control measures and factors that affect adoption of nonchemical control measures. For the 5-year period 1988-93, there appeared to be a decrease in chemical use for disease and insect control and for plant growth regulators. During the same period there was an increase in chemical weed control. The adoption of nonchemical pest control measures was concentrated in the area of insect control. The primary factors limiting use of nonchemical pest control measures were 1) availability of effective materials/biological agents, 2)availability of information, and 3) management complexity. The primary information sources on nonchemical pest control used by growers varied by size of firm and region of the country. For all respondents the primary sources were 1) industry trade journals, 2) other growers in the industry, 3) cooperative extension service, and 4) industry-sponsored seminars.

A Reintroduction to Integrated Weed Management

Weed Science ◽  
1996 ◽  
Vol 44 (2) ◽  
pp. 409-412 ◽  
Author(s):  
Clyde L. Elmore
Keyword(s):  
Pest Management ◽  
Weed Management ◽  
Management Practices ◽  
Farming System ◽  
Control Measures ◽  
Integrated Weed Management ◽  
Integrated Crop Management ◽  
Long Time ◽  
Management Hierarchy ◽  
Crop Management Systems

Integrated Weed Management (IWM), a long time practice by farmers has become more commonly discussed as a total weed management system. Whether an off shoot of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) or a further recognition of integrating weed control measures within the cropping and farming system, it has become more widespread. IWM is being practiced using many of the same components, from croplands to forests and rangeland. A weed management hierarchy has been developed by degree of diversity of management practices. IWM researchers and educators should invite other pest management specialists to join us in striving for Integrated Crop Management systems.

The Biology and Control of the Sugar-cane Chafer Beetles in Tanganyika

1956 ◽  
Vol 47 (2) ◽  
pp. 377-397 ◽  
Author(s):  
W. F. Jepson
Keyword(s):  
Biological Control ◽  
Sugar Cane ◽  
Chemical Control ◽  
Parasite Species ◽  
Cultural Control ◽  
Control Measures ◽  
Mortality Factors ◽  
Resistant Varieties ◽  
And Control ◽  
Clemora Smithi

The principal pest of sugar-cane in northern Tanganyika is the Red Cane Beetle, Cochliotis melolonthoides (Gerst.) (Melolonthidae). Descriptions of adults and larvae of Cochliotis and of allied beetles found in the same area are given.The bionomics of Cochliotis have been studied in the field over two seasons. The life-cycle is annual with adult swarming in early October and a season of maximum larval damage in July–August.The intensity of infestation and the nature of the losses are discussed, and the mortality factors which act upon Cochliotis in nature are reviewed.Cultural control measures suggested include the deferment of planting until July to October, when larval activity has waned; introduction of quick-maturing varieties, mechanically cultivated so that long ratooning can be gradually eliminated; regulation of the water table by control of irrigation, and the trial of resistant varieties. The Mauritius varieties M. 134/32 and M. 165/38 are suggested in this connection.Biological control is discussed and a review of the parasite species that might possibly be introduced is made largely from the writer's Mauritius work on Clemora smithi (Arr.).Experiments in the chemical control of Cochliotis are described and the final recommendation is the application at planting of ½ lb. per 50 ft. of furrow of a BHC powder containing 2·5 per cent, of γ BHC. This practice has been adopted by the infested estate with successful results in virgins and first ratoons.Further work is suggested on the chemical protection of second and later ratoons by surface application of BHC or aldrin.

scholarly journals Green pest management practices for sustainable buildings: Critical review

2019 ◽  
Vol 102 (2) ◽  
pp. 141-152
Author(s):  
Venkata Kanaka Srivani Maddala
Keyword(s):  
Pest Management ◽  
Pest Control ◽  
Management Practices ◽  
Green Building ◽  
Sustainable Buildings ◽  
Longhorn Beetles ◽  
Harmful Use ◽  
Smart Technologies ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Target Locations

Green pest management is an environmental-friendly pest management that helps to control pests and reduces harmful use of pesticides. Pests like woodworms, longhorn beetles, fruit flies, spiders, termites and paper mites in the buildings degrade the carpets, leather, wood, cloth, food, utensils and so on. They can spread diseases, damage properties and contaminate food in our home. So, green pest management has been developed in buildings to avoid degradation and protect human health and surrounding environment. Green pest management is a relatively new concept. Its practices help to keep our building green. It includes sanitation, management, biological control, least toxic chemical pesticides and minimum use of chemicals and avoids killing of non-target species by spraying in target locations. Green Pest Control India Pvt Ltd in Borivali East, Mumbai; Herbal Pest Control Services in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India; Green Pest Management by Johnsons group in Hong Kong; Ehrlichs Green Pest control service in Pennsylvania; Eco Smart Technologies in United States; Green Pest Services Ecofriendly and Organic Pest Control at St. Lucie and Martin country and so on are providing service. This green pest management is also included in green building certification rating system for all sustainable buildings. This article describes the impact of pests on the environment and sustainable pest management practices in existing homes. It is an innovative service provider with a mission of creating a ‘happy community’ as we value and respect the various needs of our customers.

Economic Analysis of Alfalfa Integrated Management Practices

1990 ◽  
Vol 22 (2) ◽  
pp. 109-115 ◽  
Author(s):  
Clement E. Ward ◽  
Alan K. Dowdy ◽  
Richard C. Berberet ◽  
Jimmie F. Stritzke
Keyword(s):  
Economic Analysis ◽  
Pest Management ◽  
Weed Control ◽  
Pest Control ◽  
Management Practices ◽  
Integrated Management ◽  
Insect Pest ◽  
Disciplinary Boundaries ◽  
Insect Pest Control ◽  
Cultivar Selection

AbstractIntegrated pest management (IPM) initially focused on insect pest control. More recently, IPM encompasses a broader concept of management, one which crosses several disciplinary boundaries. This article reports results of research dealing with four integrated management decisions for alfalfa (cultivar selection, inset control, weed control, and end-of-season harvest options).

scholarly journals The brown rot fungi of fruit crops (Monilinia spp.): III. Important features of disease management (Review paper)

2004 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
I. J. Holb
Keyword(s):  
Disease Management ◽  
Chemical Control ◽  
Management Practices ◽  
Brown Rot ◽  
Control Measures ◽  
Fruit Crops ◽  
Monilinia Fructigena ◽  
Brown Rot Fungi ◽  
Monilia Polystroma ◽  
Rot Disease

In the third part of this review, important features of disease management are summarised for brown rot fungi of fruit crops (Monilinia fructigena, Monilinia laxa, Monilinia fructicola and Monilia polystroma). Several methods of brown rot disease management practices were collected and interpreted in five main chapters. In these chapters, details are given about the legislative control measures, the cultural, physical, biological and chemical control methods. Chemical control is divided into two parts: pre-harvest and post-harvest chemical control. In addition, host resistance and fungicide resistance statuses are also included in this part of the review. Finally, future aspects of brown rot disease control are discussed.

scholarly journals Current Use and Potential for Implementing Forest Management Practices in Intensive Forest Management in the U.S.A.

1985 ◽  
Vol 61 (3) ◽  
pp. 240-242 ◽  
Author(s):  
James L. Stewart
Keyword(s):  
Forest Management ◽  
Pest Management ◽  
Pest Control ◽  
Management Practices ◽  
Wood Products ◽  
Control Technology ◽  
Forest Management Practices ◽  
Intensive Forest Management

Pests annually cause immense damage. To reduce these losses, foresters need to manage forests and use available pest control technology. Today, we have the means but are restricted by economic, political, and public pressures. These pressures will continue to influence how we manage. As wood products come from a shrinking land base and resource values climb, pest losses will be less tolerable, yet restrictions, such as legislation and litigation, will limit needed forest and pest management.

scholarly journals A Holling Type II Pest and Natural Enemy Model with Density Dependent IPM Strategy

2017 ◽  
Vol 2017 ◽  
pp. 1-12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xia Wang ◽  
Yuan Tian ◽  
Sanyi Tang
Keyword(s):  
Periodic Solution ◽  
Integrated Pest Management ◽  
Pest Management ◽  
Pest Control ◽  
Natural Enemies ◽  
Natural Enemy ◽  
Impulsive Control ◽  
Control Measures ◽  
Threshold Condition ◽  
Density Dependent

Resource limitations and density dependent releasing of natural enemies during the pest control and integrated pest management will undoubtedly result in nonlinear impulsive control. In order to investigate the effects of those nonlinear control strategies on the successful pest control, we have proposed a pest-natural enemy system concerning integrated pest management with density dependent instant killing rate and releasing rate. In particular, the releasing rate depicts how the number of natural enemy populations released was guided by their current density at the fixed moment. The threshold condition which ensures the existence and global stability of pest-free periodic solution has been discussed first, and the effects of key parameters on the threshold condition reveal that reducing the pulse period does not always benefit pest control; that is, frequent releasing of natural enemies may not be beneficial to the eradication of pests when the density dependent releasing method has been implemented. Moreover, the forward and backward bifurcations could occur once the pest-free periodic solution becomes unstable, and the system could exist with very complex dynamics. All those results confirm that the control actions should be carefully designed once the nonlinear impulsive control measures have been taken for pest management.

scholarly journals INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT (IPM) AND ITS APPLICATION IN RICE – A REVIEW

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 54-58
Author(s):  
Avish Dhakal ◽  
Suraj Poudel
Keyword(s):  
Integrated Pest Management ◽  
Pest Management ◽  
Pest Control ◽  
Successful Implementation ◽  
Role Of Government ◽  
Rice Farmers ◽  
Resistant Varieties ◽  
Cultivable Land ◽  
Farmers Field School ◽  
Physical And Chemical

Rice is the staple food crop for more than half of the world’s population though it’s cultivation is done in only 11% of the world’s cultivable land. Several pests attack rice in different ways at different stages. Increased reliance on pesticides for pest control is found to be unsustainable and cost-ineffective. So, Integrated Pest Management (IPM) has been introduced as the best alternative for pest management in rice. IPM in rice helps to minimize risks to the environment and human health. Rice IPM uses the combination of cultural, use of resistant varieties, biological, physical, and chemical practices for pest control. Farmers Field School has been the most effective way to increase IPM knowledge among rice farmers. Such training helps to facilitate the farmers to apply ecologically informed farming practices. There are several challenges regarding the implementation of rice IPM. To increase IPM implementation in rice emphasis should be given on farmers’ training and education. The role of government is also vital for the successful implementation of IPM. This review article provides an overview of various IPM practices being performed in rice fields at present.

scholarly journals Pest Management: A Silvicultural Imperative in Planning the Man-Made Forest — A University Perspective

1987 ◽  
Vol 63 (4) ◽  
pp. 231-234 ◽  
Author(s):  
John A. McLean
Keyword(s):  
Forest Management ◽  
Pest Management ◽  
Pest Control ◽  
Control Measures ◽  
Planning Stage ◽  
Forest Manager

Pest management in the man-made forest must begin at the planning stage. The pest manager must work with the forest manager and other specialists as a team. The paper outlines the training available at the UBC Faculty of Forestry to prepare the student forester for either the specialist role of pest management or the generalist role of the forest manager who understands the need for incorporating pest control measures in his planning and execution of forest management.

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