Hemp Diseases and Pests: Management and Biological Control

by J.M. McPartland, R. C. Clarke, D. P. Watson

Hemp is enjoying a worldwide resurgence. This unique book combines a review of the hemp pest and disease literature published over the past 50 years with up-to-date information on modern biological control techniques. Each pest and disease organism is presented in the same format, covering economic impact, geographical and host-plant range, plant symptoms, taxonomic description, life history, and differential diagnosis. Important cultural, mechanical, biological and chemical controls are highlighted with charts, illustrations and explicit instructions. Easy-to-use keys are included for rapid identification of the most common pests. Introductory chapters describe the general principles of plant protection, requirements for healthy plant growth, and taxonomy of parasites and pathogens.

272 pages, Hardcover

First published September 14, 2000

Reviews

[Debbie · Rating 5 out of 5]

As advertised, this is not for beginners.

It's a great resource for growers, especially to use at those times when plants are struggling. If you know what you're looking for (for example, you see insects eating the leaves) you can go right to the chapter that deals with that pest. If you're not sure what is causing the problem, you can look up by symptom.

Excellent resource.

[Michael]

good for knowing whats in your garden