Modern Crop Protection

The branch of science which studies and analyses the methods involved in protecting the crops from different agents such as pests, weeds, and other organisms which cause damage to them is called crop protection. Various techniques of crop protection include pests and insects management, weed management and plant disease management. Weed management includes techniques such as spraying herbicides, weedicides, ploughing the field, etc. Pest management involves spraying of pesticides in the fields to minimize crop damage. Plant disease management refers to controlling the growth of microorganisms like fungi, viruses and bacteria which affect the different parts of crop. The topics included in this book on crop protection are of utmost significance and bound to provide incredible insights to readers. It is a valuable compilation of topics, ranging from the basic to the most complex theories and principles in the field of crop protection. The book is appropriate for those seeking detailed information in this area.