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Current entomology research: Continuous study aims at liscovery and control of all insects and mites harmful to agriculture in California
Authors
E. O. EssigRobert L. Metcalf
Authors Affiliations
E. O. Essig is Professor of Entomology, University of California College of Agriculture, Berkeley; Robert L. Metcalf is Associate Entomologist, University of California College of Agriculture, Riverside.Publication Information
Hilgardia 5(8):8-16. DOI:10.3733/ca.v005n08p8. August 1951.
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Abstract
The Division of Entomology and Parasitology at Berkeley and Davis aims at controlling the agricultural pests of California, with special emphasis on those of importance to the northern part of the state.
Essig E, Metcalf R. 1951. Current entomology research: Continuous study aims at liscovery and control of all insects and mites harmful to agriculture in California. Hilgardia 5(8):8-16. DOI:10.3733/ca.v005n08p8
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