Insect pests of fruit and vegetables.
: vi + 126 pp.
Abstract : Major and minor insect and mite pests of a range of horticultural crops grown in Queensland are described in the 2nd edition of this book. Fruits discussed include avocados, bananas, Citrus, Macadamia, pome and stone fruits, grapes, mangoes, pawpaws, passion fruit, pineapples and strawberries. The following vegetables are considered: Capsicum, Cruciferae, beetroot, carrots, Cucurbitaceae, sweet corn [maize], tomatoes and lettuce. Illustrations of pests and damage are accompanied by descriptive notes and details of biology. Illustrations of and notes on common natural enemies are included.