| An Ecological and Societal Approach to Biological Control 2006. Corr. 3rd Edition Contributor(s): Eilenberg, J. (Editor), Hokkanen, Heikki M. T. (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1402043201 ISBN-13: 9781402043208 Publisher: Springer OUR PRICE: $237.49 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: March 2006 Annotation: Biological control is among the most promising methods for control of pests (including vectors), diseases and weeds. In this book ecological and societal aspects are for the first time treated together. In an ecological approach the aim is to evaluate the significance of certain biological properties like biodiversity and natural habitats. Also, it is important to see biological control from an organic (or ecological) farming point of view. In a societal approach terms like ?consumer's attitude?, ?risk perception?, ?learning and education? and ?value triangle? are recognised as significant for biological production and human welfare. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Science | Life Sciences - Biology - Technology & Engineering | Agriculture - General - Science | Life Sciences - Zoology - Entomology |
| Dewey: 632.96 |
| LCCN: 2007271004 |
| Series: Progress in Biological Control |
| Physical Information: 0.76" H x 6.47" W x 9.52" (2.95 lbs) 312 pages |
| Themes: - Topical - Ecology |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Biological control is among the most promising methods for control of pests, diseases and weeds, and this book treats ecological and societal aspects together for the first time. The aim is to evaluate the significance of certain biological properties like biodiversity and natural habitats. In a societal approach terms like 'consumer's attitude', 'risk perception', 'learning and education' and 'value triangle' are recognized as significant for biological production and human welfare. |