| Insect Antifeedants Contributor(s): Koul, Opender (Author) |
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ISBN: 0415334004 ISBN-13: 9780415334006 Publisher: CRC Press OUR PRICE: $356.25 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: December 2004 Annotation: Overuse of neurotoxic insecticides can lead insect resistance. A new range of insecticides, antifeedants, has been developed to avoid the problems associated with conventional neurotoxins. Insect Antifeedants is the first of its kind on feeding deterrents. It offers detailed description of bioassay methods, treating all synthetic and natural antifeedants. The author covers structural activity relationships, mechanisms of action, and practical applications. He presents the chemistry and bio-efficacy of individual antifeedant compounds in data-sheet form. The book is an at-a-glance reference to all active compounds, information on structure, physical data, bioefficacy, and toxicology. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Technology & Engineering | Agriculture - Agronomy - Crop Science - Science | Life Sciences - Zoology - Entomology - Science | Environmental Science (see Also Chemistry - Environmental) |
| Dewey: 632.7 |
| LCCN: 2004051077 |
| Physical Information: 2.03" H x 7.24" W x 10.22" (4.24 lbs) 1024 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Dependence upon neurotoxic chemicals as a means to control pest insects has lead to several problems: environmental hazards associated with broad-spectrum pesticides, negative impacts on non-target organisms such as natural enemies and pollinators, and the development of resistance to these chemicals among target species. Researchers have sought alternatives to these types of pesticides, looking to naturally occurring substances with multifactor selective pressures that will reduce the build-up of resistance. One particular area of study concerns feeding deterrence. Most plant defense mechanisms discourage herbivory by deterring feeding and oviposition or by impairing larval growth rather than killing the insect. There exists much research in this area, but it remains scattered throughout the literature. Insect Antifeedants compiles this information into a single text, presenting the various types of antifeedants, their mechanisms, species-specific bioassay procedures, modification of available antifeedants for use as insect control agents, commercialization aspects, and practical applications. The text concludes with a monograph presenting information on nearly 900 compounds, listed in alphabetical order, allowing speedy access to this critical data. Scientists and researchers interested in developing pest control chemicals that complement sustainable agricultural systems while ensuring environmental protection will find this an invaluable resource. |