Good biosecurity policy decisions, particularly in relation to plant industry protection, are of ever-increasing importance. Growth in the speed and diversity of trade, the effects of climate change and the resultant spread of pests and diseases continue to highlight this.<\/p>\n
A new book entitled Plant Biosecurity Policy Evaluation: The Economic Impacts of Pests and Diseases<\/i> has been authored by the School\u2019s Emeritus Professor Rob Fraser together with David Cook (University of Western Australia) and Andrew Wilby (University of Lancaster).<\/p>\n
The book contains an introduction to the issues confronting plant biosecurity policymakers and how the economic risks of invasive species can be assessed over time.<\/p>\n
It describes both probability models that show what might happen if species ‘invade’ a region and values models that help decide what management actions should be taken.<\/p>\n
As the first book of its kind focusing on a comprehensive range of policies, case studies and applications, Plant Biosecurity Policy Evaluation<\/i> is perfect for biosecurity policy makers, decision-support specialists, advanced students of agricultural studies, public policy and invasive species research.<\/p>\n
The book is available to purchase from World Scientific:<\/p>\n
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