PPT 6.02.01 - METHODS OF PEST CONTROL

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PPT 6.02.01 - METHODS OF PEST CONTROL
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Biological

• Plant pests are controlled by natural agents.
• Examples include
• 1. predators such as lady beetles
• 2. parasites such as digger wasps
• 3. pathogens such as bacteria to kill larvae

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Mechanical

• Pests are controlled by non-chemical direct
  measures.
• Examples include
• 1. hand picking to remove insects
• 2. tilling to remove weeds
• 3. trapping to catch insects or rodents

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Chemical

• Pests are controlled by using chemical
  pesticides.
• Examples include
• 1. insecticides to control insects
• 2. fungicides to control fungus diseases
• 3. miticides to control mites
• 4. herbicides to control weeds
• 5. rodenticides to control rodents
• 6. molluscicides to control mollusks

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Cultural

• Pests are prevented or reduced by using methods
  to alter the plant environment.
• Examples include
• 1. irrigation and fertilization schedules
• 2. sanitation practices

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Integrated Pest Management (IPM)

• Pest control strategies rely on multiple control
  practices.
• Examples include
• 1. regular monitoring to detect pests
• 2. using traps and remote sensing equipment
• 3. determining acceptable level of damage
  and when to initiate other control measures