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A Handbook of Insect Pests Part I

AUTHOR Job, Joice Tom; Narayanankutty, Arunaksharan
PUBLISHER LAP Lambert Academic Publishing (03/29/2023)
PRODUCT TYPE Paperback (Paperback)

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Insect pests are one of the most common and destructive types of pests that can cause damage to crops, livestock, and homes. They feed on plants, fruits, and vegetables, causing significant economic losses to farmers and gardeners. In homes, they can contaminate food, spread diseases, and damage property. Some of the most common insect pests include flies, ants, termites, cockroaches, bed bugs, and fleas. There are several methods of controlling insect pests, including chemical and non-chemical methods. Chemical methods involve the use of insecticides to kill or repel pests, while non-chemical methods include the use of physical barriers, cultural practices, and biological control agents.Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is a holistic approach to pest control that combines multiple control methods to minimize the use of chemicals and reduce the impact on the environment. IPM strategies include monitoring pest populations, using natural enemies of pests, and practicing cultural control methods like crop rotation and sanitation.
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ISBN-13: 9786206152095
ISBN-10: 620615209X
Binding: Paperback or Softback (Trade Paperback (Us))
Content Language: English
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Page Count: 60
Carton Quantity: 118
Product Dimensions: 6.00 x 0.14 x 9.00 inches
Weight: 0.22 pound(s)
Country of Origin: US
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Science | Life Sciences - Ecology
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Insect pests are one of the most common and destructive types of pests that can cause damage to crops, livestock, and homes. They feed on plants, fruits, and vegetables, causing significant economic losses to farmers and gardeners. In homes, they can contaminate food, spread diseases, and damage property. Some of the most common insect pests include flies, ants, termites, cockroaches, bed bugs, and fleas. There are several methods of controlling insect pests, including chemical and non-chemical methods. Chemical methods involve the use of insecticides to kill or repel pests, while non-chemical methods include the use of physical barriers, cultural practices, and biological control agents.Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is a holistic approach to pest control that combines multiple control methods to minimize the use of chemicals and reduce the impact on the environment. IPM strategies include monitoring pest populations, using natural enemies of pests, and practicing cultural control methods like crop rotation and sanitation.
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