Neem: A Tree for Solving Global Problems

by Report of an Ad Hoc Panel of the Board of Science and Technology for International Development, National Research Council

The National Research Council is made up of members of the National Academy of Sciences. They undertook to study the incredible potential of the neem tree. This book is the report of their findings. Spanning a wide range of practical applications, neem was found to be extremely valuable as an insecticidal agent, a medicinal product and as an industrial component. The studies that are discussed in the book show that neem is one of the most valuable natural resources to solve a wide variety of global issues and concerns. The book contains extensive information including citations, safety tests and resources for follow up.

152 pages, Paperback

First published January 15, 1992