Author

Gary L. Moore

Document Type

Thesis - Open Access

Award Date

1968

Degree Name

Master of Science (MS)

Department / School

Entomology-Zoology

Abstract

Man’s primary concerns have always been the struggle for survival and improvement of his lot. As his numbers increased, he attained greater ability to manipulate his environment. One method of manipulation has been through the use of insecticides. One of the largest uses of insecticides has been in connection with pest control on agricultural lands. Pest control has become of great economical significance within the past decades. Since South Dakota is primarily as agricultural state it has been caught up in this bioeconomical problem. One control method used has been the use of chlorinated hydrocarbon insecticides. (see more in text)

Library of Congress Subject Headings

Spraying and dusting residues in agriculture
Pronghorn
Pesticides

Format

application/pdf

Publisher

South Dakota State University

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