Eradication of Exotic Pests: Analysis with Case Histories [Hardcover]

Donald L. Dahlsten (Author)

Product Details

• Hardcover: 296 pages
• Publisher: Yale University Press; 1st edition (September 10, 1989)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0300043325
• ISBN-13: 978-0300043327
• Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 6.5 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,609,202 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Exotic pest infestations -- important lessons from the past, December 3, 2000

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This review is from: Eradication of Exotic Pests: Analysis with Case Histories (Hardcover)

This is in important publication in view of current pest introductions and eradication programs. This book serves as an invaluable resource to outline the biological significance of exotic pests as well as issues regarding public policy of eradication efforts. Failures and successes are discussed.

In 2000 we are revisiting many of these issues- the citrus canker eradication effort in Florida took 30 years... and now we are battling another infestation of this devastating plant disease. Fire ant has spread to California. Repeated infestations of exotic fruit flies are found in the US.

Dahlstein and Garcia's compilation of case histories can help the general public, eradication and regulatory personnel, policy makers and scientists to understand issues and concerns that also apply to our current problems.