Trend in entomology of wood in use and in storage in Nigeria

IRG/WP 180

M O Akanbi

The current and potential impact of biotic agents of wood deterioration in Nigeria is reviewed, with emphasis on the insects and marine borers, their recognition and mode of damage. Some essential areas have no doubt been neglected and these are highlighted, while future lines of approach are outlined.


Keywords: DAMAGE; ENTOMOLOGY; FORESTS; INSECTICIDES; LOGS; MARINE BORERS; NIGERIA; PINHOLE BEETLES; PLANTATIONS; STORAGE; TERMITES

Conference: 78-09-18/22 Peebles, Scotland, UK


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