Cyclamen mite investigations: Control of cyclamen mite on ornamentals may be possible with spray treatments of endrin, azobenzene, and isodrin
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William W. AllenAuthor Affiliations
William W. Allen is Assistant Entomologist, University of California, Berkeley.Publication Information
Hilgardia 9(6):7-11. DOI:10.3733/ca.v009n06p7. June 1955.
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Abstract
The cyclamen mite—Tarsonemus pallidus—is a dreaded pest to both the strawberry grower and the nurseryman.
Allen W. 1955. Cyclamen mite investigations: Control of cyclamen mite on ornamentals may be possible with spray treatments of endrin, azobenzene, and isodrin. Hilgardia 9(6):7-11. DOI:10.3733/ca.v009n06p7
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