Mass Production of Beneficial Organisms: Invertebrates and Entomopathogens

The book "Mass Production of Beneficial Organisms: Invertebrates and Entomopathogens, Second Edition" discusses the latest advancements and technologies for large-scale rearing and manipulation of natural enemies, including parasitoids, predators, pathogens, and invertebrates for other applications. It provides valuable information on production technology, applications in the food industry, and pollination, and serves as a reference and teaching tool for researchers in biological control and integrated pest management.

Format: Hardback
Length: 640 pages
Publication date: 23 September 2022
Publisher: Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc

The second edition of Mass Production of Beneficial Organisms: Invertebrates and Entomopathogens delves into the latest advancements and technologies for large-scale rearing and manipulation of natural enemies. It presents strategies to enhance the success rate, predictability, and safety of biological control procedures while demonstrating their effective use. The book is organized into three sections: Parasitoids and Predators, Pathogens, and Invertebrates for Other Applications.

Within these sections, readers will find valuable new information on the production technology of predatory mites and hymenopteran parasitoids for biological control, the application of insects in the food industry, and the production methods of insects for feed and food. Additionally, the book covers the production of bumble bees for pollination, expanding the scope of beneficial organisms beyond traditional insect predators and parasitoids.

Beneficial organisms encompass a diverse range of organisms, including insect predators and parasitoids, mite predators, nematodes, fungi, bacteria, and viruses. Over the past two decades, significant progress has been made in developing technology for producing these organisms. Despite these advancements and the growing global research and interest in biological control and biotechnology applications, the commercialization of these technologies is still underway.

Mass Production of Beneficial Organisms: Invertebrates and Entomopathogens serves as an essential reference and teaching tool for researchers in developed and developing countries engaged in the production of "natural enemies" for biological control and integrated pest management programs. By providing comprehensive coverage of the latest technologies and strategies, this book contributes to the advancement of this field and promotes the sustainable use of beneficial organisms in agriculture and other industries.

Weight: 1970g
Dimension: 223 x 289 x 37 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780128221068
Edition number: 2 ed