GrowerTalks on Pest Control

GrowerTalks on Pest Control

Author: Rick Blanchette

Publisher: Chicago Review Press

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 314

ISBN-13:

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Giving growers the answers needed for fighting insects and disease in their production areas, this collection of over 100 articles from GrowerTalks magazine offers strategies to fight pests, including IPM, biologicals, and spraying techniques.


GrowerTalks on Plugs II.

GrowerTalks on Plugs II.

Author: Debbie Hamrick

Publisher:

Published: 1996

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781883052119

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This handy reference book is a collection of more than 50 articles originally published in Grower Talks magazine. Great for experienced or new plug growers, the information comes from some of the leading experts. Inside are articles on: Seed germinating, how to build a germination chamber, selecting and testing media, growing information for over four dozen annual and perennial crops, pest control, and troubleshooting plug problems. A handy companion to Plug and Transplant Production.


Pests of the Garden and Small Farm

Pests of the Garden and Small Farm

Author: Mary Louise Flint

Publisher: Univ of California Press

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 292

ISBN-13: 0520218108

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Authoritative text enables readers to identify pests quickly and to prevent, correct, or live with most common pest problems. 250 color photos, 100 drawings.


Integrated Pest Management for Floriculture and Nurseries

Integrated Pest Management for Floriculture and Nurseries

Author: Steve H. Dreistadt

Publisher: University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 436

ISBN-13: 9781879906464

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References, suppliers, and a comprehensive index make this book indispensable to growers, farm advisors, IPM scouts, pesticide applicators, pest control advisors, and students. A complete sourcebook for bulbs, cut flowers, potted flowering plants, foliage plants, bedding plants, ornamental trees, and shrubs as grown in the field, greenhouse, and nursery.--COVER.


GrowerTalks on Perennials

GrowerTalks on Perennials

Author: Rick Blanchette

Publisher: Chicago Review Press

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 242

ISBN-13:

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This collection of more than 60 articles from "GrowerTalks" magazine is written for professional growers by the industry's leading floriculture experts, academic researchers, and professional growers. Articles highlight proven methods and tips on crop control, growth regulation of perennial crops, pest control, and marketing perennial crops. The controversial issue of forcing perennial flowers out of season so customers can buy colorful plants in the spring is discussed, as is specific research into planning for spring flowers. Research into regulating the height growth of perennial crops is also presented, including findings on which plant growth regulators are effective and at what rates.


Insect and Disease Control for the Home Fruit Grower

Insect and Disease Control for the Home Fruit Grower

Author: M. G. Kains

Publisher:

Published: 2011-03-01

Total Pages: 38

ISBN-13: 1446537625

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All aspects of pest control in the orchard and garden are dealt with in this handy volume written by an expert on the subject. Thoroughly recommended reading for the budding home gardener, it contains a wealth of information forming a complete how-to guide. Extensively illustrated with black and white drawings and diagrams. This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.


GrowerTalks on Crop Culture 2

GrowerTalks on Crop Culture 2

Author: Rick Blanchette

Publisher: Ball Publishing

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 220

ISBN-13:

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Successful growers share their experience with a wide range of crops - from aglaonema to trachelium. Learn proven cultivation practices, tips, and shortcuts to make your crops healthier, better looking, and more profitable.--COVER.