Overview

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. It describes: Fundamental concepts such as biology, taxonomy, symbiosis genomics and behavioural ecology. Aspects of commercialization, including mass production, formulation, safety and regulation, and marketing. Diverse cropping systems e.g. maize, wheat and grains, citrus, orchard systems, berries, vine crops, vegetables and turf. Other applications including urban, nursery, forestry, greenhouse, veterinary and medical. Ecological considerations and applications in conservation biocontrol. This book is a must have for all pest management professionals including those practicing integrated pest management strategies.

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Author:   Dr D Shapiro-llan (USDA-ARS, Georgia, USA) ,  Edwin Lewis (University of Idaho, USA) ,  Steven P. Arthurs ,  Anil Baniya
Publisher:   CABI Publishing
Imprint:   CABI Publishing
ISBN:  

9781800620308

ISBN 10:   1800620306
Pages:   544
Publication Date:   23 September 2024
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Tertiary & Higher Education ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Diversity and Systematics of Nematodes Used in Biocontrol Chapter 2: The Biology of Entomopathogenic Nematodes Chapter 3: Insect Innate Immunity Against Entomopathogenic Nematodes Chapter 4: Genomics of Entomopathogenic Nematodes Chapter 5: Survival Mechanisms of Entomopathogenic Nematodes: Current Knowledge and its Integration Toward a Better Performing Biological Control Agent Chapter 6: Behavioral Ecology of Entomopathogenic Nematodes Chapter 7: Population Biology of Entomopathogenic Nematodes: An Ecological and Agronomical Model Chapter 8: Natural Enemies and Antagonists of Entomopathogenic Nematodes Chapter 9: Xenorhabdus and Photorhabdus Bacterial Metabolites as Tools in Biocontrol Chapter 10: Mass Production Chapter 11: Formulation and Application Technology for Entomopathogenic Nematodes Chapter 12: Safety and Regulation of Entomopathogenic Nematodes Chapter 13: Role of Marketing and Outreach for the Success of Entomopathogenic Nematodes Chapter 14: Applications of Entomopathogenic Nematodes for Insect Pest Control in Maize Chapter 15: Entomopathogenic Nematodes as Biological Control Agents in Grain Crops Chapter 16: Entomopathogenic Nematodes in Citrus IPM in South Africa and Florida Chapter 17: Other Orchard Systems Chapter 18: Entomopathogenic Nematodes in Berry Crops Chapter 19: Role of Entomopathogenic Nematodes in an Integrated Pest Management Strategy for Grapevine: South Africa as a Model System Chapter 20: Vegetables Chapter 21: Turfgrass and Pasture Applications Chapter 22: Home and Garden Pests Chapter 23: Application for Nursery Crop Production Chapter 24: Forest Applications of Entomopathogenic Nematodes Chapter 25: Glasshouse Production Chapter 26: Applications for the control of pests of Humans and Animals Chapter 27: Interactions between Agrochemicals and Biological Control Agents Chapter 28: Conservation of Entomopathogenic Nematodes in Agroecosystems Chapter 29: Conclusions

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David I Shapiro-llan (Edited By) David Shapiro-Ilan is a Supervisory Research Entomologist at USDA-ARS, Georgia, USA. Dr. Shapiro-Ilan's research focuses on invertebrate pathology/microbial control. Areas of interest emphasize the study of entomopathogenic nematodes and include biological control applications, production and formulation technology, and studies on nematode behavior (especially foraging dynamics). Dr. Shapiro-Ilan has published more than 240 peer-reviewed journal articles plus 27 book chapters and > 60 trade journal/extension articles; he has co-edited 5 books and is inventor on 8 patents. Selected awards include Fellow of the Society of Nematologists, Fellow of the Entomological Society of America, EEO/Civil Rights, Excellence in IPM (SEB-ESA, 2012), and > $23 million as PI/co-PI on competitive grants. He is currently the Editor-in-Chief for the Journal of Invertebrate Pathology. Edwin Lewis (Edited By) Edwin Lewis is a professor and has served as head of the Department of Entomology, Plant Pathology and Nematology at the University of Idaho (UI); he currently is the co-director of the Center for Health in the Human Ecosystem, also at UI. Lewis' research focuses on biological control of insects using entomopathogens, management of plant-parasitic nematodes, animal behavior, and soil ecology. He has published more than 140 peer-reviewed journal articles, 18 book chapters, 2 edited books and is inventor on 2 patents. Selected awards include Award for Excellence in Integrated Pest Management (Pacific Branch, ESA) and >$4 million in grant support. He served as subject editor for the Journal of Nematology and subject editor and editor-in-chief for Biological Control. His teaching commitments have included Behavioral Ecology of Insects, Pesticides in the Environment, Parasites and Civilization, Biological Control and several research seminars.

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