Evaluation of Biological Control Agents on Target and Nontarget Weeds, and Associated Insects
PI(s): Kok, Loke T
Investigators: McAvoy, Tom J., Mays, Warren T
Website: Biological Control
Abstract: Impact of biological control agents on nontarget plant species and their associated insects will be studied at selected field sites. Counts of biological control agents will be recorded on nontarget plants. Impact on target and nontarget plant diversity and density will be determined by measuring changes in plant diversity at the selected sites. Statewide surveys will be conducted on the distribution of the established biological control agents.
Description: The overall goal and objectives are to determine the:(1) long term impact of introduced biological control agents on target and nontarget plant species, the insects associated with them, plant diversity, and (2) statewide distribution of the established biological control agents
Commodities: Pastures
Resources: Biological Control, Quarantine Laboratory, State-Owned Vehicles
Disciplines: Biological Control, Environmental Quality, Integrated Pest Management, Sustainable Agriculture
Audiences: Commodity Groups, Environmental Groups, Extension Agents, Government Agencies, Graduate Students, Local Governments, Producers, Prospective Students, Researchers, Teachers
