Fumigation for Insect Control

Contents: Preface. 1. Introduction. 2. Chemicals used as fumigant. 3. Fumigant mixtures. 4. Chamber fumigation. 5. Fumigation under sheets. 6. Fumigation in large buildings. 7. Fumigation in vehicles. 8. Fumigation for the control of insect pest in storage. 9. Insect control. 10. Insect management in stored-grain. 11. Fumigation technology. 12. Instructions for all fumigants. Bibliography. Index.

"Fumigants are widely used for the control of insects and other pest organisms. Because of their unique characteristics and the great adaptability of the fumigation technique, fumigants can often provide effective, economic control where other forms of pest control are not feasible. For the effective use of fumigants in pest control, personnel assigned to fumigation work should receive thorough instructions on the properties of fumigants and training in safe methods of handling.

This book deals with fumigation for the control of insects above the ground. It is written for practical fumigators officials who is required to conduct or supervise fumigation treatments. The book may also be of interest to planners and consultants in crop protection, who need information on the scope and limitations of fumigation as an instrument for insect control." (jacket)