Invertebrates as Biological Control Agents of Agricultural Pests

This publication aims to help readers identify the most common beneficial insects and invertebrates found in Florida gardens and promote their populations to minimize the use of insecticides. Written by Xavier Martini and Hugh A. Smith, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Entomology and Nema...

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Main Authors: Xavier Martini, Hugh Smith
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Language:English
Published: The University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries 2025-07-01
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Online Access:https://journals.flvc.org/edis/article/view/136857
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