Integrated Pest Management - AP Environmental Science

Biological control. Uses natural attractants to disrupt mating or trap pests.

By preserving beneficial species. Protects non-target organisms by reducing broad-spectrum pesticide use.

The pest density at which control measures should be applied. The point where pest damage costs exceed control costs.

To make the environment less favorable for pests. Modifying conditions to discourage pest establishment and reproduction.

Managing pests in a way that considers ecological relationships. Considers interactions between pests, crops, and beneficial organisms.

Crop rotation. Breaks pest life cycles by changing host crops annually.

To inform stakeholders about pest management techniques. Training ensures proper implementation of IPM strategies and methods.

Genetic control. Uses plant breeding to create crops naturally resistant to pests.

Sticky traps. Adhesive surfaces capture flying insects for population assessment.

Environmental impact. Reduces negative effects on soil, water, air, and non-target organisms.

Water management. Flooding or irrigation can eliminate certain soil-dwelling pests.

Insecticides. Targeted pesticides used as last resort when other methods fail.

Reduces chemical pesticide use. IPM prioritizes non-chemical methods, reducing toxic chemical applications.

Cultural control. Modifies farming practices to make environments less suitable for pests.

IPM is a sustainable approach to managing pests using a combination of techniques. Combines multiple methods to minimize environmental harm while controlling pests effectively.

They dictate when control measures should be implemented. Predetermined pest levels that trigger specific management responses.

Trapping. Physical removal or capture of pests without chemicals.

Development of pesticide resistance. Overuse leads to pest adaptation and reduced chemical effectiveness.

Prevention. Stopping pest problems before they start is the most effective IPM strategy.

Sanitation. Removing debris and waste that provide pest habitat and breeding sites.

Non-target species harm. Chemical controls can accidentally harm beneficial insects and wildlife.

Crop rotation. Breaks pest cycles while improving soil structure and fertility.

Sterile insect technique. Releases sterile males to reduce successful breeding in pest populations.

Pest life cycle. Understanding pest biology helps time interventions for maximum effectiveness.

Integrated Pest Management. This holistic approach reduces pesticide dependence through multiple control methods.

Insect netting. Physical barriers prevent pest access to crops.

To monitor or disrupt pest mating. Chemical attractants used for monitoring populations and mating disruption.

Mechanical control. Physical capture devices used for monitoring and control purposes.

Pest monitoring. Regular observation guides timing and necessity of control actions.