Forest Protection and Utilization
Autor Shenaz Sultana Ahmed, Yamini Baghel, Sheetanshu Guptaen Limba Engleză Hardback – 21 iul 2026
- Provides comprehensive coverage of forest pathology and entomology including plant pathogens in forest ecosystems, classification of forest diseases, and common diseases in forest trees with emphasis on nursery diseases and parasitic plant diseases.
- Examines principles of tree disease control and protection against injuries from insects and pests addressing methods of pest control in forest ecosystems and strategies for addressing forest threats through integrated management approaches.
- Discusses logging operations including basics of logging and its scope, felling techniques and conversion, and transportation and storage of timber for sustainable forest resource management and utilization.
- Addresses forest produce and its uses including minor forest products, medicinal plants and their applications, and overview of forest-based industries for economic development and livelihood support.
- Integrates forest health management with forest product utilization covering disease diagnosis, pest identification, control strategies, and sustainable harvesting practices for forest ecosystem conservation.
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Specificații
ISBN-13: 9781041372080
ISBN-10: 1041372086
Pagini: 412
Dimensiuni: 191 x 235 mm
Ediția:1
Editura: CRC Press
Colecția CRC Press
ISBN-10: 1041372086
Pagini: 412
Dimensiuni: 191 x 235 mm
Ediția:1
Editura: CRC Press
Colecția CRC Press
Public țintă
Academic and PostgraduateCuprins
Preface
About the Authors
1. Basics of Forest Pathology and Entomology
2. Plant Pathogens in Forest Ecosystems
3. Classification of Forest Diseases
4. Common Diseases in Forest Trees
5. Nursery Diseases and Parasitic Plant Diseases
6. Principles of Tree Disease Control
7. Protection Against Injuries from Insects and Pests
8. Methods of Pest Control in Forest Ecosystems
9. Addressing Forest Threats
10. Basics of Logging and Its Scope
11. Felling Techniques and Conversion
12. Transportation and Storage of Timber
13. Forest Produce and Its Uses
14. Minor Forest Products
15. Medicinal Plants and Their Applications
16. Overview of Forest-Based Industries
References
About the Authors
1. Basics of Forest Pathology and Entomology
2. Plant Pathogens in Forest Ecosystems
3. Classification of Forest Diseases
4. Common Diseases in Forest Trees
5. Nursery Diseases and Parasitic Plant Diseases
6. Principles of Tree Disease Control
7. Protection Against Injuries from Insects and Pests
8. Methods of Pest Control in Forest Ecosystems
9. Addressing Forest Threats
10. Basics of Logging and Its Scope
11. Felling Techniques and Conversion
12. Transportation and Storage of Timber
13. Forest Produce and Its Uses
14. Minor Forest Products
15. Medicinal Plants and Their Applications
16. Overview of Forest-Based Industries
References
Recenzii
"The book addresses the critical challenge of safeguarding forest ecosystems while ensuring their sustainable and responsible utilization. In the present era of accelerating environmental degradation, biodiversity loss, and increasing pressure on forest resources, this work offers a timely, scientifically grounded perspective on forest protection, disease management, and sustainable forestry practices. The authors present a comprehensive overview of the biological, ecological, and management aspects associated with forest health, highlighting the importance of maintaining resilient forest systems for ecological balance, climate stability, and long-term resource availability.
The content is logically organized, beginning with fundamental concepts of forest pathology and entomology, followed by detailed discussions on plant pathogens in forest ecosystems, classification of forest diseases, common diseases of forest trees, nursery diseases, and parasitic plant infestations. The book further examines principles of tree disease control, pest management strategies, and protection measures against insect-induced injuries, offering readers both theoretical understanding and practical insights."
— Sheetanshu Gupta, Central Agricultural University, Manipur, India
The content is logically organized, beginning with fundamental concepts of forest pathology and entomology, followed by detailed discussions on plant pathogens in forest ecosystems, classification of forest diseases, common diseases of forest trees, nursery diseases, and parasitic plant infestations. The book further examines principles of tree disease control, pest management strategies, and protection measures against insect-induced injuries, offering readers both theoretical understanding and practical insights."
— Sheetanshu Gupta, Central Agricultural University, Manipur, India
Notă biografică
Shenaz Sultana Ahmed is Researcher in Plant Pathology at the College of Agriculture, Assam Agricultural University, Assam, India. She earned her M.Sc. in Agriculture and Ph.D. in Agriculture in Plant Pathology from Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat, Assam, India. She received the UGC Ishan Uday Fellowship during her B.Sc. in Agriculture program. She was awarded the Prof. Debeswar Pathak Memorial Gold Medal and the Lt. S. Bora Memorial CP Award during her Master's program. She received the Best Master's Thesis Award from the Agricultural and Environmental Technology Development Society, India. She qualified ASRB-NET, India. She was honored with the INSPIRE Fellowship by the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, granted to the top 1% of Life Science scholars. Her research focuses on plant and forest pathology, food security, climate change, and sustainable agriculture.
Yamini Baghel is Assistant Professor at College of Forestry and Research Station, Mahatma Gandhi University of Horticulture and Forestry, Chhattisgarh, India. She earned her Ph.D. in Forestry in 2022, M.Sc. in Forestry and Environmental Sciences, and B.Sc. in Forestry and Environmental Sciences from Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Chhattisgarh, India. Her research focuses on forest silviculture, traditional agroforestry, carbon mitigation, and indigenous tribes of central India. Her work addresses agroforestry, floral diversity, and ethnobotany in climate change mitigation in the context of India's natural resources and conservation.
Sheetanshu Gupta is Assistant Professor in Plant Biochemistry at the College of Food Technology, Central Agricultural University, Imphal, Manipur, India. He previously served as Examiner of Patent and Design in the Ministry of Commerce at the Intellectual Property Office, New Delhi, India. He earned his Ph.D. in Biochemistry in 2011 from Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar, Uttarakhand, India. He qualified ICAR ARS NET in Plant Biochemistry and Plant Physiology, and CSIR NET, India. His research focuses on environmental problems, aeroponics and hydroponics, protein biochemistry, tissue culture hydroponics, and mushroom farming. He has expertise in innovative farming techniques and plant protection approaches. He has published more than 30 books, more than 250 book chapters, and nearly 20 research and review papers. His work contributes to the advancement of agricultural and biochemical sciences through teaching, research, and innovative farming techniques.
Yamini Baghel is Assistant Professor at College of Forestry and Research Station, Mahatma Gandhi University of Horticulture and Forestry, Chhattisgarh, India. She earned her Ph.D. in Forestry in 2022, M.Sc. in Forestry and Environmental Sciences, and B.Sc. in Forestry and Environmental Sciences from Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Chhattisgarh, India. Her research focuses on forest silviculture, traditional agroforestry, carbon mitigation, and indigenous tribes of central India. Her work addresses agroforestry, floral diversity, and ethnobotany in climate change mitigation in the context of India's natural resources and conservation.
Sheetanshu Gupta is Assistant Professor in Plant Biochemistry at the College of Food Technology, Central Agricultural University, Imphal, Manipur, India. He previously served as Examiner of Patent and Design in the Ministry of Commerce at the Intellectual Property Office, New Delhi, India. He earned his Ph.D. in Biochemistry in 2011 from Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar, Uttarakhand, India. He qualified ICAR ARS NET in Plant Biochemistry and Plant Physiology, and CSIR NET, India. His research focuses on environmental problems, aeroponics and hydroponics, protein biochemistry, tissue culture hydroponics, and mushroom farming. He has expertise in innovative farming techniques and plant protection approaches. He has published more than 30 books, more than 250 book chapters, and nearly 20 research and review papers. His work contributes to the advancement of agricultural and biochemical sciences through teaching, research, and innovative farming techniques.
Descriere
This book examines forest pathology and entomology addressing forest diseases, pest control methods, and tree disease management. It covers logging operations, forest produce utilization, minor forest products, medicinal plants, and forest-based industries for sustainable management.