Analysis of biological control of cassava pests in Africa. I. Simulation of carbon, nitrogen and water dynamics in cassava.

Published online
11 Jul 1989
Content type
Journal article
Journal title
Journal of Applied Ecology
DOI
10.2307/2403754

Author(s)
Gutierrez, A. P. & Wermelinger, B. & Schulthess, F. & Baumgaertner, J. U. & Herren, H. R. & Ellis, C. K. & Yaninek, J. S.

Publication language
English

Abstract

A model for the growth and development of cassava under pest-free conditions, as modified by weather, soil nitrogen and water, is described. The model provides a reasonable base for examining the effects of arthropod pests on yield and of natural enemies on pests.

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