Pesticide Application Methods

• Autore: Matthews G. A
• Pubblicazione: Newark : , : John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, , 2025; ©2025
• Edizione: 5th ed.
• Descrizione fisica: 1 online resource (269 pages)
• Disciplina: 628.1/6842
• Altri autori: BatemanRoy
• Nota di contenuto: Cover -- Title Page -- Copyright Page -- Contents -- Preface to fifth edition -- Acknowledgements -- Conversion tables -- Pesticide calculation -- Units, abbreviations and symbols -- Chapter 1 Biological and chemical control in integrated pest management -- The increase in the use of pesticides -- Climate change -- Integrated pest management -- Resistant varieties -- Crop rotations -- Cover crops, catch crops and green manures -- Intercropping -- Push-pull -- Timing of application -- Resistance to pesticides -- Resistance to fungicides -- Resistance to herbicides -- Economic thresholds -- Traps can be used to assess the presence of pests -- Application sites and placement -- Biotech crops -- References -- Chapter 2 Targets for pesticide deposition and their detection using drones and robotic equipment -- What volume of spray is required? -- References -- Chapter 3 Formulation of pesticides and bio-pesticides -- Ultra-low volume formulations -- Wettable powders -- Emulsifiable concentrates -- Invert emulsions -- Fog formulations -- Pressure packs/aerosol cans -- Adjuvants -- References -- Chapter 4 Spray droplets -- Importance of droplet size in pest management -- Determination of spray droplet size -- References -- Chapter 5 Nozzles - hydraulic and pulse-width modulation -- Hydraulic nozzles -- Nozzles -- Deflector nozzle -- Even spray fan nozzle -- Standard fan nozzle -- Cone nozzle -- Plain jet or solid stream nozzle -- Foam or air-aspirating nozzle -- Pulse-width modulation -- Checking the performance of hydraulic nozzles -- Calibration of flow rate -- Spray pattern -- Nozzle erosion -- References -- Chapter 6 Portable carried hydraulic sprayers -- Knapsack compression sprayers -- References -- Chapter 7 Power-operated hydraulic sprayers (electric power) -- Swath matching -- Filling the sprayer -- Portable line sprayers. ; Precision (patch) spraying -- The future for tractor sprayers? -- References -- Chapter 8 Air-assisted sprayers -- Fans -- Motorised knapsack mistblowers -- Arable crop sprayers with downwardly directed air assistance on boom sprayers can be used to treat relatively small plants, in contrast to orchards -- Orchard sprayers -- References -- Chapter 9 Controlled droplet application -- Centrifugal-energynozzles (spinning discs and cages) -- Practical definitions of controlled droplet application -- Hand-carried, battery-operated spinning-disc sprayers and their power sources -- Disc design -- Portable electric power for sprayers -- Disc speeds: objectives and control -- Control of flow rate -- Formulations for ultra-low-volume and very low-volume spraying -- Packaging of formulations -- Spraying procedures -- Swath width and track spacing -- Incremental drift spraying -- Placement spraying -- Portable air-assisted spinning-disc sprayers -- Vehicle-mounted sprayers with centrifugal-energy nozzles -- Vehicle-mounted 'drift-spraying' -- Boom sprayers -- Shrouded rotary atomisers -- Conclusions -- References -- Chapter 10 Electrostatic chargedsprays -- Induction charging -- Ionised field charging -- Direct contact charging -- Hydraulic nozzles -- Spinning disc atomisers -- Air-shear nozzles -- Ionised field charging nozzles -- Electrodynamic nozzles -- Tractor mounted electrostatic sprayer -- References -- Chapter 11 Using drones to spray crops -- Power supply -- Drone controller when spraying crops -- Precision spraying -- Bird's-eye view -- Aerial sprays -- Reduced blind spots -- Retention of spray deposition -- Improved efficiency -- Safety and adaptability -- References -- Chapter 12 Aerial spraying using manned aircraft and helicopters -- Aircraft flying height -- Global positioning system (GPS) -- Swath width -- References -- Chapter 13 Spray drift. ; Strategies for spray drift management -- The use of buffer zones -- Methods of measuring spray drift -- Reducing spray drift -- References -- Chapter 14 Seed treatment, dust and granule application -- Granular pesticide formulations -- Granular application -- References -- Chapter 15 Space treatment by fogging -- Cold foggers -- References -- Chapter 16 Specialist application techniques using robots -- References -- Chapter 17 Application of bio-pesticides -- Microbial Control Agents: their Formulation and Spray Tank mixtures -- Formulation: part of the 'delivery system' -- Application equipment and MCA delivery: the importance of numbers -- Control of migratory pests: application of Metarhizium acridum to Locusts -- Bio-pesticide application to forests -- Crop disease management -- Other application techniques -- Summary -- References -- Chapter 18 Equipment for laboratory and field trials -- Field trials -- References -- Chapter 19 Training spray operators -- Legal requirement - the safe use of pesticides -- Codes of practice -- Purpose of the manual and how to use it -- Information flow -- References -- Chapter 20 Regulations related to toxicity of pesticides and labelling -- Classification and labelling legislation -- Active substances -- Safeners and synergists -- Co-formulants -- Adjuvants -- Biocides -- Pesticide labelling and regulations -- Plant protection -- Chapter 21 Safety precautions when applying pesticides -- Protective clothing -- Symptoms of poisoning -- First aid -- Combination of chemicals -- Pesticide packaging and labelling -- Container and washing disposal -- Noise -- Code of conduct -- References -- Chapter 22 Standards for application equipment -- Assisted by Tom Bals -- Chapter 23 Maintenance of equipment -- Problems with the spray system -- Problems with motorised equipment -- Maintenance in the field. ; Storage of equipment -- Index -- EULA.
• Sommario/riassunto: The definitive guide to modern pesticide application methods for effective and sustainable crop protection As precision agriculture continues to evolve, Pesticide Application Methods serves as an essential reference for professionals in crop protection. With comprehensive and up-to-date coverage of pesticide application technologies, this leading guide covers the foundational principles of pesticide application whilst delving into advanced techniques that enhance efficiency, reduce environmental impact, and integrate seamlessly into sustainable agriculture practices. Drawing on decades of practical expertise, authors Graham Matthews and Roy Bateman provide a thorough grounding in both the theory and practice of pesticide application, ranging from traditional hydraulic sprayers to cutting-edge drone technology. The fifth edition of Pesticide Application Methods offers substantial new and updated content, reflecting the latest advancements in crop protection and application technology. This edition incorporates emerging practices in regenerative agriculture, with a focus on selecting pest-resistant crop varieties to reduce chemical dependency. New coverage includes unmanned aerial systems (UAS) for targeted application, electrostatic sprayers that minimise drift and enhance precision, and the integration of sustainable biopesticides and biorationals into pest management strategies. Throughout this edition, updated regulatory insights and training standards ensure that practitioners remain compliant with evolving safety protocols, including the EU "Green Deal" objectives on sustainable pesticide use. Continuing to set the standard for professionals in crop protection, Pesticide Application Methods, Fifth Edition: Offers in-depth guidance on modern pesticide application techniques, with a focus on sustainable practices and precision targeting Contains essential information on operator training, equipment maintenance, and certification requirements for pesticide application Features dedicated chapters on specialised techniques such as robotic applications and aerial spraying Provides guidelines for maintaining and calibrating application equipment to enhance longevity and efficiency Includes clear and practical diagrams, photos, and colour illustrations to enhance understanding of complex equipment and techniques Incorporating the latest research in Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and Good Agricultural Practice (GAP), Pesticide Application Methods, Fifth Edition is ideal for upper-level students in agricultural sciences, crop protection, entomology, and plant pathology programmes, as well as for crop protection specialists, plant scientists, agricultural consultants, and agrochemical industry professionals.
• Titolo autorizzato: Pesticide Application Methods
• ISBN: 1-394-26221-3; 1-394-26223-X
• Formato: Materiale a stampa
• Livello bibliografico: Monografia
• Lingua di pubblicazione: Inglese
• Record Nr.: 9911020161203321
• Lo trovi qui: Univ. Federico II