Integrated pest management for sustainable rice cultivation: a holistic approach

F. G. Horgan

• Publisher: Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing
• Year: 2017
• Topic: Technology & Engineering
• eBook ISBN:
  9781838792473
• Subtopic: Agronomy
• Index: Technology & Engineering

This chapter describes a holistic approach to integrated pest management (IPM) using knowledge of the natural regulation of herbivore and weed populations and of natural succession in agricultural wetlands. It draws attention to the drivers of change in rice production systems, the forms that future rice production systems will take and anticipated pest problems. The chapter indicates the need for increased attention to understanding rice ecosystems in a holistic manner to ensure the economic and environmental sustainability of modern rice production systems. The chapter shows that knowledge of rice ecosystems, combined with a range of available technologies, can enhance ecosystem functioning, ensure efficient extension pathways and thereby increase the success of IPM.

Table of contents

• 1 Introduction
• 2 Emerging rice production landscapes and ‘crop health syndromes’
• 3 Increasing rice production
• 4 Increasing water productivity
• 5 Reducing labour costs
• 6 Increased availability and marketing of agrochemicals
• 7 Pest management for rice: scientific approaches
• 8 Knowledge of the rice production system
• 9 Biocides, traps and barriers
• 10 Transgenic and herbicide-resistant rice varieties
• 11 Genetic approaches to resistance and tolerance
• 12 Enhancing natural regulation
• 13 Integrating management practices
• 14 Education and extension
• 15 Future trends and conclusion
• 16 Where to look for further information
• 17 References