Definitions
IPM stands for..
Integrated Pest Management
Name an example of a Biological IPM
Ladybugs
Before resorting to pesticides, always..
Explore and attempt various control methods.
Name 3 benefits of IPM
(Any 3 of the following)
Decrease chemical pesticides on crops, economic savings, sustainable, targeted, minimizes loss of pollinators, minimizes health risks, decreases pesticides resistance.
IPM is the combination of..
Integrated Pest Management is the combination of methods used to reduce and eliminate pest species.
Name at least 2 examples of a Physical IPM
Mulch, Steam, Barriers, Traps, etc..
Chemical controls are to be used in small doses because..
They can be harmful to species other than pests.
Name at least 2 drawbacks of IPM
(Any 2 of the following)
Complex, slow, expensive
The use of IPM reduces the risk that pests pose to..
wildlife, water supplies, and human health.
Name an example of a Chemical IPM
Herbicides, Rodenticides, etc..
When using biological controls, it is important to know..
Which species are beneficial and which aren’t.
Name an effect of NOT using IPM
Causes harm to wildlife, pollutes water supplies, and affects human health
Other than biological, physical, and chemical control methods,
the 2 other methods that were mentioned are..
Crop rotation & Inter-cropping