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Plant Protection in the Tropics: Entomology
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:23:44
Abstract
The focus is on understanding of the specific challenges of plant protection in tropical and subtropical crops with their rich insect fauna. Sustainable pest management including recent research contributions is discussed for different types of agroecosystems, ranging from citrus to cassava, rice and cotton.
Objective
The students will have a good understanding on insect-plant relationships in tropical and subtropical crops of global significance. In particular, she/he will associate the relevant taxonomic group of insects to the respective crops, know how it generates damage, and have an insight into bi- and multitrophic interactions in these ecosystems. The students will be are able to approach complex situations in tropical agriculture with relevant key questions which can then lead to adequate solutions. They gained an insight into actual research towards more sustainable approaches in pest management.
Content
The course shall provide scientifically-based knowledge and understanding of tropical and subtropical crop systems and their characteristic insect fauna, with an emphasis on agriculturally significant pests. Tropical and subtropical ecosystems include citrus, cassava, rice and cotton, and the geographic regions comprise developed and developing countries. Pest complexes are discussed in an exemplary way, focusing on biology and ecology of the respective key groups of insects. Efforts in favour of sustainable pest management are highlighted and recent advances in research are discussed. Students participate actively in the course, and where possible, previous students will stimulate discussion with own research work
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- MSC
- Frequency
- Every two years
Examination
- Type
- end-of-semester examination
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture |
Plant Protection in the Tropics: Entomology
Does not take place this semester.
|
No time listed | 2 h weekly |