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Ecology and Management of Food Industry Pests

Pages: 600
Published: 1991
Price: $54.00

An authoritative illustrated compilation, prepared under the direction of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, this book brings together the knowledge of leading scientists in the field. It provides alternatives for managing and controlling insects and other pest populations attacking food as it moves from the farm to the consumer. This book is an essential resource for anyone involved in food storage, processing, distribution, or regulation.

Contents

Introduction

Ecology: Microorganisms; Mites; Insect Pests (cockroaches, beetles, springtails, moths, flies, ants), and parasitic wasps

Vertebrate Pests (birds, bats, rodents)

Prevention

Survey and Control

Health Aspects

Regulation and Inspection

Management

Glossary.

Taxonomic Index

Subject Index