The genetic control of agricultural pests (Plutella xylostella, L. and Tribolium castaneum, Herbst)

The interaction between an increasing global human population and a number of important long-term trends and issues are putting strain on food production. Insects represent a significant food security concern causing up to 15% of global crop losses. Conventional chemical methods are ineffective; ind...

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Main Author: Gregory, Matthew William
Other Authors: Shimeld, Seb ; Morrison, Neil ; Alphey, Luke
Published: University of Oxford 2015
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Online Access:http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.712099