USDA Entomology Research Division records 1939-1971.

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USDA Entomology Research Division records 1939-1971.

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The USDA Entomology Research Division Records consist of articles written by employees in collaboration with other scienctists about different aspects of entomology. These records include reprints of articles, a majority of which are about the use of pesticides to contorl insects.

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National Agricultural Library, NAL

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National Agricultural Library, NAL

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Knipling, E. F.

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United States. Entomology Research Division

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The Entomology Research Division (ERD) existed under the Agricultural Research Service (ARS) from 1953-1971. In its entire existence, the only person to serve as director of the ERD was Edward F. Knipling, a pioneer of insect eradication techniques and principles. One of the major areas of research during the ERD years was screwworm eradication. This division was originally named the Division of Entomology when it was formed in 1863. Early heads of this division included Townend Glover and Charl...