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Comparative phenology of Lepidoptera on genetically modified BT- and non-BT maize
(North-West University, 2006)
The maize stem borers, Busseola fusca (Fuller) (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) and Chilo
partellus (Swinhoe) (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae) are economically important pests of maize
in South Africa. Genetically modified Bt maize ...
Evaluating sex pheromone monitoring as a tool in the integrated management of vine mealybug, Planococcus ficus (signoret) (Homoptera: Pseudococcidae)
(North-West University, 2006)
The vine mealybug, Planococcus ficus (Signoret) (Homoptera: Pseudococcidae) is a pest with significant economic impact on the grape growing industry in South Africa and other parts of the world. With the isolation and ...
Ecology of maize stemborers in irrigated subsistence farming systems in the Limpopo Province
(North-West University, 2006)
Stemborer ecology in South Africa has been studied well but largely in maize in commercial monoculture production systems. Stemborers are important pests of maize in resource-poor farming systems at the Tshiombo irrigation ...
Pest risk assessment for regulatory control of Bactrocera invadens (Diptera : Tephritidae) in the Musina area (Limpopo Province)
(North-West University, 2013)
Fruit flies (Tephritidae) can enter and establish in new territories due to the movement of fruit from one area to another through trade or tourism, which can negatively impact on fruit production and market access. An ...
A comparative study of arthropod diversity on conventional and Bt–maize at two irrigation schemes in South Africa
(North-West University, 2011)
The purpose of the research was to explore the experiences of educators regarding the
training for the implementation of inclusive education in a Full Service school. A qualitative
research design was chosen, using a ...