9781334548567 - The Pink Bollworm: With Special Reference to Steps Taken by the Department of Agriculture to Prevent Its Establishment in the United States (Classic Reprint) de Hun... (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the history of the pink bollworm, a devastating cotton pest that has wreaked havoc in cotton-producing countries worldwide. The author traces the insect's origins in India and its subsequent spread to other regions, including Mexico and the United States. Through meticulous research, the book offers insights into the pink bollworm's life cycle, natural enemies, and the damage it causes to cotton crops. The author also explores the various control measures implemented to prevent its establishment in the United States, including the creation of non-cotton zones and the implementation of strict quarantine regulations. This comprehensive account provides a valuable understanding of the pink bollworm's impact on the cotton industry and the ongoing efforts to combat its spread. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.