Entomology/Insect Collection
What is Entomology?
Entomology is the study of insects.
What supplies should be included in a first aid kit.
Adhesive tape
Assorted bandages
Blanket
Two quarters (for phone calls)
What year where girls allowed into FFA?
1969
What are the 3 main sections of an insect?
Head, Abdomen, Thorax
What are the 4 Methods of control?
-Chemical
-Biological
-Cultural
- Physical/Mechanical
Why is it important?
1. Insects are the most numerous animals in the world.
2. They have an enormous impact on people’s lives.
3. Entomology gives people a better understanding of the environment, biology, and the world in which they live.
4. Entomology can be used to help reduce the extensive economic losses in damage caused by insects each year.
5. Entomology helps improve human and animal health.
What is IPM?
Integrated Pest Management
What year was FFA established?
1928
What body features do all insects have in common?
three body regions, antennae, six legs
How can removing weeds and crop residues help control insects?
Removes a favorable living environment for insects
When are insects pinned?
Immediately after they are killed.
Why is IPM important?
The basic goal in insect pest management is to prevent insect populations from attaining the economic injury level (EIL).
SAE stands for
Supervised agricultural experience
What are the 2 types of insect mouth parts?
Sucking and Chewing
When are insects NOT considered Pest?
When they destroy other insects that eat crop plants
What careers are in entomology?
Research Entomologist
Pest Control Advisor
Public Health Specialist.
Beekeeper (Apiarist).
List 3 things that might be on the pesticide label:
Directions for Use
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements
Storage and Disposal Guidelines
Application Rate
Where was the first National Convention held?
Kansas City, MO
In which stage are insects identified by instars and molting?
Immature
List how each mode of action works:
Contact Killer:
Systemic Killer
Contact Killer: will not move or translocate within the plant
Systemic Killer: absorbed and translocated
On the first label for insects, what must be included?
The date the insect was pinned
What is one thing you should do when using an Insecticide?
Read the bottle for proper use.
List the official dress requirements for female and male students
female: black skirt, white blouse with official FFA blue scarf, black flats/heel and official jacket zipped to the top
male: black slacks, white shirt, blue FFA tie, black shoes and socks, and the official FFA jacket zipped to the top
What are the two parts of the scientific name of an insect?
genus and species name
List what each one kills:
Herbicides-
Fungicides-
Insecticides-
Herbicides: Weeds
Fungicides: Diseases
Insecticides: Insects