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DDT resistant leafhoppers: Malathon outstanding for grape leafhopper control in tests in areas where DDT resistance was present
Authors
E. M. StaffordFred L. Jensen
Authors Affiliations
E. M. Stafford is Associate Professor of Entomology, University of California, Davis; Frederick L. Jensen is Farm Advisor, Tulare County, University of California.Publication Information
Hilgardia 7(4):5-12. DOI:10.3733/ca.v007n04p5. April 1953.
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Abstract
Field tests and experiences of many Tulare County grape growers in 1952 showed that a 4% malathon dust gave excellent kill of leafhopper adults and nymphs—in both spring and summer treatments.
Stafford E, Jensen F. 1953. DDT resistant leafhoppers: Malathon outstanding for grape leafhopper control in tests in areas where DDT resistance was present. Hilgardia 7(4):5-12. DOI:10.3733/ca.v007n04p5
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