Author： Nsibande M. L. Mcgeoch M. A.
Publisher： Taylor & Francis Ltd
ISSN： 1366-5863
Source： International Journal of Pest Management, Vol.45, Iss.1, 1999-01, pp. : 29-33
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Abstract
An initial survey showed that insect pest damage is a major production constraint upon sweet potato production in Swaziland. A questionnaire-based survey of growers thereafter revealed that insect pests were perceived by farmers as a major production constraint, and yet there was an evident lack of knowledge among farmers on aspects of pest biology and management. Certain production and management practices were identified which, if altered, may contribute to a reduction in pest damage. These were frequency of weeding and ridging, crop rotation and the use of high yielding, pest-free planting material.
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