Method and apparatus for mass producing insects entomopathogens and entomoparasites

This invention discloses a new apparatus for the rearing of insects and the production of insect related products, primarily insect viruses and parasites commonly used for the control of insect pests. The apparatus comprises an environmental control system, a sealed enclosure consisting of a hood an...

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Hauptverfasser:	CARR, CHARLES W, KOLODNY-HIRSCH, DOUGLAS M
Format:	Patent
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	AGRICULTURE ANIMAL HUSBANDRY BEER BIOCHEMISTRY CARE OF BIRDS, FISHES, INSECTS CHEMISTRY COMPOSITIONS THEREOF CULTURE MEDIA ENZYMOLOGY FISHING FORESTRY HUMAN NECESSITIES HUNTING METALLURGY MICROBIOLOGY MICROORGANISMS OR ENZYMES MUTATION OR GENETIC ENGINEERING NEW BREEDS OF ANIMALS PROPAGATING, PRESERVING OR MAINTAINING MICROORGANISMS REARING OR BREEDING ANIMALS, NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR SPIRITS TRAPPING VINEGAR WINE
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Zusammenfassung:	This invention discloses a new apparatus for the rearing of insects and the production of insect related products, primarily insect viruses and parasites commonly used for the control of insect pests. The apparatus comprises an environmental control system, a sealed enclosure consisting of a hood and a base, and a system of vertically or horizontally supported food leaves. Laminar air flow may be used. The method of use in producing insects, insect viruses, insect pathogens, and other insect products is also disclosed. Use of this apparatus and method affords savings in labor and supplies.