Download or read book Westcott s Plant Disease Handbook written by Cynthia Westcott and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2008 with total page 1338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Westcott’s Plant Disease Handbook, 7th Edition, should be useful to anyone with a keen interest in gardening. The seventh edition uses the traditional convenient format of previous editions providing easy access to essential information quickly with special dictionary-type entries on plant hosts and on symptoms. It provides useful cross references, indexes, illustrative plates of 34 key diseases, and 40 black and white illustrations of other diseases. New and updated material includes: significant taxonomic changes in fungi, bacteria, viruses and nematodes, and recently discovered diseases and new hosts for previously known plant-pathogens.
Download or read book Westcott s Plant Disease Handbook written by R. K. Horst and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-12-06 with total page 1242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It was a compliment to me to be asked to prepare the fourth edition of Westcott's Plant Disease Handbook, and the decision to accept the responsi bility for the fourth edition and now the fifth edition was not taken lightly. The task has been a formidable one. I have always had a great respect professionally for Dr. Cynthia Westcott. That respect has grown considerably with the completion of the two editions. I now fully realize the tremendous amount of effort expended by Dr. Westcott in developing the Handbook. A book such as this is never finished, since one is never sure that everything has been included that should be. I would quote and endorse the words of Dr. Westcott in her preface to the first edition: "It is easy enough to start a book on plant disease. It is impossible to finish it. " This revision of the Handbook retains the same general format contained in the previous editions. The chemicals and pesticides regulations have been updated; a few taxonomic changes have been made in the bacteria, fungi, and mistletoes; the changing picture in diseases caused by viruses and/or viruslike agents has been described. A few new host plants have been added, and many recently reported diseases as well as previously known diseases listed now on new hosts have been included. In addition, photographs have been replaced where possible, and the color photograph section has been retained.
Download or read book Westcott s Plant Disease Handbook written by Cynthia Westcott and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 1317 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In its revised, improved and expanded 7th Edition, Westcott’s Plant Disease Handbook presents newly discovered diseases and newly identified hosts in the classic format that has won favor with readers at every level of expertise and experience. It is highly illustrated.
Download or read book Westcott s Plant Disease Handbook written by R. Kenneth Horst and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2013-12-11 with total page 974 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It was a compliment to me to be asked to prepare the fourth edition of Westcott's Plant Disease Handbook, and the decision to accept the responsi bility for the fourth edition and now the fifth edition was not taken lightly. The task has been a formidable one. I have always had a great respect professionally for Dr. Cynthia Westcott. That respect has grown considerably with the completion of the two editions. I now fully realize the tremendous amount of effort expended by Dr. Westcott in developing the Handbook. A book such as this is never finished, since one is never sure that everything has been included that should be. I would quote and endorse the words of Dr. Westcott in her preface to the first edition: "It is easy enough to start a book on plant disease. It is impossible to finish it. " This revision of the Handbook retains the same general format contained in the previous editions. The chemicals and pesticides regulations have been updated; a few taxonomic changes have been made in the bacteria, fungi, and mistletoes; the changing picture in diseases caused by viruses and/ or viruslike agents has been described. A few new host plants have been added, and many recently reported diseases as well as previously known diseases listed now on new hosts have been included. In addition, photographs have been replaced where possible, and the color photograph section has been retained.
Download or read book Westcott S Plant Disease Handbook 6E written by Host Kenneth R and published by . This book was released on 2006-12-01 with total page 1032 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Westcott s Plant Disease Handbook written by Cynthia Westcott and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2001 with total page 1046 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This revision retains the same general format contained in the previous editions. The chemicals and pesticides regulations have been updated; major taxonomic changes have been made in the bacteria, fungi, nematodes and viruses; the changing picture in diseases caused by viruses and/or virus-like agents have been described. New host plants have been added, and many recently reported diseases as well as previously known diseases listed now on new hosts have been included. This book should be useful to gardeners, botanical gardens, landscape architects, florists, nurserymen, seed and fungicide dealers, pesticide applicators, arborists, cooperative extension agents and specialists, plant pathologists, diagnostic laboratories and consultants. This book should also be a useful reference book for plant pathology classrooms and in some cases used as a textbook.
Download or read book Westcott s Plant Disease Handbook written by R. K. Horst and published by Springer. This book was released on 2012-04-08 with total page 954 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It was a compliment to me to be asked to prepare the fourth edition of Westcott's Plant Disease Handbook, and the decision to accept the responsi bility for the fourth edition and now the fifth edition was not taken lightly. The task has been a formidable one. I have always had a great respect professionally for Dr. Cynthia Westcott. That respect has grown considerably with the completion of the two editions. I now fully realize the tremendous amount of effort expended by Dr. Westcott in developing the Handbook. A book such as this is never finished, since one is never sure that everything has been included that should be. I would quote and endorse the words of Dr. Westcott in her preface to the first edition: "It is easy enough to start a book on plant disease. It is impossible to finish it. " This revision of the Handbook retains the same general format contained in the previous editions. The chemicals and pesticides regulations have been updated; a few taxonomic changes have been made in the bacteria, fungi, and mistletoes; the changing picture in diseases caused by viruses and/or viruslike agents has been described. A few new host plants have been added, and many recently reported diseases as well as previously known diseases listed now on new hosts have been included. In addition, photographs have been replaced where possible, and the color photograph section has been retained.
Download or read book The Plant Doctor written by Cynthia Westcott and published by . This book was released on 1950 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Plant Disease Bulletin written by and published by . This book was released on 1960 with total page 1032 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Plant Disease Reporter written by and published by . This book was released on 1965 with total page 520 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Pathogenic Diseases of a Wonder Plant Seabuckthorn in Garhwal Himalayas and their Biocontrol written by Dr Nivedita Sharma and published by EduBubs Publishing House. This book was released on 2022-02-15 with total page 163 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The northern part of India harbours a great diversity of medicinal plants because of the majestic Himalayan range. So far about 8000 species of angiosperms, 44 species of gymnosperms and 600 species of pteridophytes have been reported in the Indian Himalaya, of those 1748 species are known as medicinal plants. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimated that 80% of the population of developing countries relies on traditional medicines, mostly plant drugs, for their primary health care needs. Medicinal plants traditionally occupied an important position in rural and tribal lives of India and are considered as one of the most important sources of medicines since the dawn of human civilization. Seabuckthorn is a general term given to the deciduous shrub tree Hippophae Linn. It is one of the most magical plant resources with higher value of economy and ecology. Not only this, the plant is equally important for firewood, fodder and serves as a variety of purposes including properties in the Indian Himalayan Region in general and in dry habits in particular. Seabuckthorn plants collected and exploited unscientifically from Uttarakhand due to its use as food, medicines and cosmetics. It is also known as “wonder plant” due to its multifarious benefits. Therefore, Seabuckthorn should serve as a measure to safeguard medicinal and nutritional plants, to conserve biodiversity and environment and to generate sustainable income source for local people. Despite although there are a few reports available regarding the pathological aspect of Hippophae spp. in India, but there is no systematic study on distribution and severity of diseases occurring on Hippophae salicifolia D. Don in Uttarakhand. Hence, a systematic study was undertaken on the occurrence of diseases on Seabuckthorn plant which are responsible for negatively affecting its yield and quality and to search for effective biocontrol agents from the rhizosphere of the host plant. Diseases and insects are the major factors affecting the success of Seabuckthorn cultivation. At present, few pests and diseases on Hippophae salicifolia have been reported. Control measures depend on proper identification of diseases and their causal agents. Proper disease diagnosis is therefore vital as without proper identification of the disease and the disease causing agent, disease control measures are waste of time and money and can lead to further plant losses. Additionally, the intensive use of fungicides for the control of diseases has resulted in the accumulation of toxic chemical which are hazardous to human beings and to the environment. The increasing awareness of fungicide related hazards has emphasized the need for adopting a safer biological method and very little work has been done to search for microbial antagonists which could serve as biocontrol agents against diseases of Hippophae salicifolia. Therefore, considering the paucity of knowledge coupled with the manifold medicinal, socio-economic as well as ecological significance of Seabuckthorn in Himalayan regions, the present investigation was framed. A total of five diseases have been successfully identified alongwith the confirmation of causal fungal agents. Though there were several other fungal species isolated and identified from the seabuckthorn eco-climate but only thirteen species were finally confirmed to cause above five diseases. Thus, it becomes a part of maiden studies on this magical plant of Himalayan region which is seeking more attention for further investigation. Treatment of valuable plant wealth is possible through the use of various pesticides, insecticides and other chemicals. But chemical treatments are not ecofriendly and, therefore, effective bio-control mechanisms have some hope to treat such plants in a healthy vision. Therefore, in this study efforts were also being made in this piece of research to find out some microbial antagonist among the isolated rhizospheric mycoflora that could act as bio-control agents against isolated pathogens. For this purpose, Trichoderma harzianum was screened out for its antagonist ability against different pathogens. Fortunately, it proved to be a success acting as strong antagonist against the pathogens. To conclude, this preliminary study on the Seabuckthorn pathogens and biocontrol agent is a small effort in the natural habitats of fragile Himalayan ecosystems but nonetheless, opens new horizons of research in this challenging area of biological sciences. Further, isolation of some newly recorded fungi from Seabuckthorn associated climate makes the study more interesting and opens the doors for new researchers in such a diverse habitats. Dr. Nivedita Sharma
Download or read book The Gardener s Bug Book written by Cynthia Westcott and published by Garden City, N.Y., American Garden Guild. This book was released on 1964 with total page 696 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The definitive handbook of garden pests and their control.
Download or read book Golden Gate Gardening 30th Anniversary Edition written by Pam Peirce and published by Sasquatch Books. This book was released on 2023-08-15 with total page 449 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “For vegetable gardening in the Bay Area, Golden Gate Gardening is indispensable—if you buy one gardening book, this is the one.” --Michael Pollan This fully revised 30th Anniversary edition of the ultimate food gardening bible for Central and Northern Californians includes updates that address changes in climate, crop availability and sources, and pest management strategies, and includes expanded help for inland, hot summer gardeners. The gardening guide is beloved by both new and experienced gardeners for its friendly, practical advice on how to grow fresh produce all year long. Expert author Pam Peirce shows how to use the unique local conditions of climate, soil, and rainfall to grow both common and unusual vegetables, herbs, edible flowers, cut flowers, and fruit from trees and shrubs including berries, citrus and avocados for your kitchen garden. This encyclopedic guide covers all the bases, including what to plant in every season, how to select varieties, assess a microclimate, organize a garden, manage pests and weeds safely and effectively, attract beneficial creatures, conserve water, improve soil, make compost, harvest wisely, and garden in containers. It includes delicious, seasonal garden-to-table recipes and an essay on learning to eat from a garden. Charts, sidebars, illustrations, maps, resource lists, and cross references make it easy for readers to find the information they need. This vegetable gardening book will especially help readers in the San Francisco Bay Area and in California coastal areas from Humboldt County south to San Luis Obispo, as well as those in nearby mild-winter inland climates (including Alameda, San Mateo, Marin, Santa Clara, Monterey, and Santa Cruz counties).
Download or read book Past and Promise written by The Women's Project of New Jersey, Inc. and published by Syracuse University Press. This book was released on 1997-05-01 with total page 500 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This unique book explores the lives and work of nearly 300 New Jersey women from the Colonial period to the present century. Included are biographies of notable, often nationally known individuals, as well as less celebrated people, whose vibrant personal stories illustrate the richness of women's experiences in New Jersey—and, really, in America—from 1600 to the present. Researched, written and illustrated by The Women's Project of New Jersey, this volume both recovers and re-tells the life stories of women who have helped shape our world. Past and Promise is a long-overdue celebration of the accomplishments of these individuals who succeeded, often against overwhelming odds. Past and Promise: Lives of New Jersey Women incorporates an inclusive view of history that understands the past as the history of all of the people, not merely those who held a monopoly of power. As such this work contains biographies of artists, activists, entertainers, scientists, scholars, teachers, factory and agricultural workers, businesswomen, social engineers, and community builders. This easy-to-use and beautifully presented volume is indexed, and full of illustrations. The biographies are arranged alphabetically within four sections covering the following time periods: 1600-1807, 1808-1865, 1866-1920, and 1921 to the present. Each section is introduced by a historical overview, and each biographical entry includes a brief bibliography for further reading and research. This unique and very readable collection of biographies belongs in every public and personal library and deserves a wide audience of general readers from high school age through college and beyond.
Download or read book A Guide to the Beetles of Australia written by George Hangay and published by CSIRO PUBLISHING. This book was released on 2010-04-27 with total page 249 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Guide to the Beetles of Australia provides a comprehensive introduction to the Coleoptera – a huge and diverse group of insects. Beetles make up 40 per cent of all insects known to science. The number of described beetle species in the world – around 350 000 – is more than six times the number of all vertebrate species. New beetle species are being discovered all the time. Of the 30 000 species that may occur in Australia, only 20 000 have been scientifically described. These include around 6500 weevils (Curculionidae), 2600 scarabs, dung beetles and chafers (Scarabaeidae); and 2250 leaf beetles (Chrysomelidae). A Guide to the Beetles of Australia highlights the enormous diversity of this unique insect Order. It emphasises the environmental role of beetles, their relationships with other plants and animals, and their importance to humans. Winner of the 2010 Whitley Medal.
Download or read book Foster Parent Handbook written by Mary R. Rapshaw and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2002-04-11 with total page 557 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: BECOME A FOSTER PARENT A mom, dad, house and dog do not make a home. Everyday, there are children who experience this sad fact when they are removed from their home due to neglect or abuse. Not every foster child has a foster family. In some regions, foster children must wait for long periods of time in shelter care. More than one-half million children in the United States rely on foster families to provide a safe and loving home. Many wonderful and caring families would like to open their homes to these children, but are clueless about how to get started. There are many misconceptions, myths and misunderstandings surrounding foster care. These concerns must be shattered and waiting children must be nurtured. This book details for prospective foster parents the requirements, qualifications and screening process. Step by step, foster parents are guided through the crucial decisions and directed to the vital information they will need to foster parent effectively. Foster Parent Handbook provides an indispensible guide for navigating through the foster care system. It is designed for use by prospective foster parents, those who are currently foster parents and professionals providing foster care services.
Download or read book American Women of Science since 1900 2 volumes written by Tiffany K. Wayne and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2010-10-11 with total page 1226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive examination of American women scientists across the sciences throughout the 20th century, providing a rich historical context for understanding their achievements and the way they changed the practice of science. Much more than a "Who's Who," this exhaustive two-volume encyclopedia examines the significant achievements of 20th century American women across the sciences in light of the historical and cultural factors that affected their education, employment, and research opportunities. With coverage that includes a number of scientists working today, the encyclopedia shows just how much the sciences have evolved as a professional option for women, from the dawn of the 20th century to the present. American Women of Science since 1900 focuses on 500 of the 20th century's most notable American women scientists—many overlooked, undervalued, or simply not well known. In addition, it offers individual features on 50 different scientific disciplines (Women in Astronomy, etc.), as well as essays on balancing career and family, girls and science education, and other sociocultural topics. Readers will encounter some extraordinary scientific minds at work, getting a sense of the obstacles they faced as the scientific community faced the questions of feminism and gender confronting the nation as a whole.
