Pre-release prediction of host range and non-target impactsÄavies J.T., Ireson, J.E.Entomophagous biological control agents.Indirect effects on other trophic levels and food webs.Direct effects on non-target, beneficial or valued species.Previous use as a biological control agent, and efficacy in that use.Selection of a biological control agent.Applying for general release or release with controls.Parameters that can be measured in host range tests.Test designs for arthropod biological control.Test designs for weed biological control.Identification and assessment of risks, costs and benefits.Consultation with Iwi and Maori organisations.Consultation with Department of Conservation.Considerations specific to a containment application.Predicting indirect non-target effects of agents.Experimental confirmation of host range.Factors influencing host selection in the target range.Interactive model for predicting impact.How to go about engagement and consultation. Interactions with existing biocontrol agents.Selecting suitable targets for biological control.Environmental risks of biological control.
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