ABSTRACT

This essential reference provides complete coverage of integrated pest management (IPM). With more than 40 recognized experts, the book thoroughly details the rationale and benefits of employing an IPM plan and provides technical information on each aspect from cultural practices to choosing when and how to use chemicals. It also brings together research work on pest problems with information on the practical implementation of the tools. Case studies of successful operations are provided as well.

section Section I|70 pages

Dynamics of the Urban Landscape

section Section II|94 pages

Preparation for a Healthy Landscape

chapter Chapter 7|5 pages

Determining the Health of the Soil

chapter Chapter 8|5 pages

Physical Problems of Fine-Textured Soils

chapter Chapter 14A|2 pages

Simple Hand Sprayer Calibration

section Section III|38 pages

Special Considerations for Golf Courses: Site Selection and Preparation — A Critical Task

section Section IV|61 pages

Blemishes on the Perfect Landscape: What Can Go Wrong and Why

section Section V|64 pages

Integrated Management of Weeds: Evaluation, Modification of Management, Control Decisions

section Section VI|55 pages

Integrated Management of Insects: Lawn and Garden

section Section VII|56 pages

Integrated Management of Disease

section Section VIII|97 pages

An Inventory of Biological Controls, Available and Under Development

chapter Chapter 40|10 pages

Beneficial Insects and Mites

section Section IX|43 pages

An Inventory of New Generation Chemical Controls: Alternative Inorganics, Botanicals, New Generation Insecticides

section Section X|44 pages

Putting It All Together

chapter Chapter 51|5 pages

Avoid IPM Implementation Pitfalls

chapter Chapter 52|6 pages

An Award-Winning Management Plan

chapter Chapter 53|8 pages

A Lawn Care Alternative Service

chapter Chapter 54|1 pages

Maintenance of Infields and Other Bare Soil Areas

chapter Chapter 55|2 pages

IPM in Municipal Parks Maintenance — A Case Study