Microbial control of the gypsy moth in recently infested states: experiences and expectations

Timothy C. Tigner

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Microbial control of the gypsy moth in recently infested states: experiences and expectations

Informally Refereed

Authors:

Timothy C. Tigner

Year:

1985

Type:

General Technical Report

Station:

Northern Research Station

Source:

In: Grimble, David G.; Lewis, Franklin B., coords. Proceedings, Symposium: Microbial control of spruce budworms and gypsy moths; 1984 April 10-12; Windsor Locks, CT. Gen. Tech. Rep. NE-100. Broomall, PA: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, Northeastern Forest Experiment Station. 31-32

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Abstract

Experiences and expectations concerning microbial control of the gypsy moth in recently infested states are summarized. Initial experience included mixed results, but expectations remain optimistic. Public sentiment assures continued pressure for improvement in microbial control technology.

Parent Publication

Proceedings, Symposium: Microbial control of spruce budworms and gypsy moths

Citation

Tigner, Timothy C. 1985. Microbial control of the gypsy moth in recently infested states: experiences and expectations. In: Grimble, David G.; Lewis, Franklin B., coords. Proceedings, Symposium: Microbial control of spruce budworms and gypsy moths; 1984 April 10-12; Windsor Locks, CT. Gen. Tech. Rep. NE-100. Broomall, PA: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, Northeastern Forest Experiment Station. 31-32