Biological Control of Natural Enemies

Contents: Preface. 1. Introduction. 2. The integrated pest management strategy. 3. Parasitoids-major groups of natural enemies. 4. Pathogens and antagonists of plant disease and post-harvest decay. 5. Antagonists of plant disease and food spoilage microorganisms. 6. Predators. Glossary. Bibliography.

Biological control is the beneficial action of parasites, pathogens and predators in managing pests and their damage. Biocontrol provided by these living organisms, collectively known as natural enemies. It is especially important for reducing the number of pest insects and mites. In this book four types of natural enemies are included i.e., parasitoids, pathogens, predator and weed feeders. It also provides descriptions of biological control of insect, weed pests, food spoilage and integrated pest management (IPM).