1. PPT 6.02.01 - METHODS OF PEST CONTROL
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2. 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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3. 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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4. 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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5. 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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6. 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
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