HORTICULTURE

Detailed explanation-1: -Mechanical and physical controls kill a pest directly or make the environment unsuitable for it. For example, traps-for pest animals and insects; mulches-for weed management; steam sterilisation-for soil disease management; or barriers-such as screens or fences to keep animals and insects out.

Detailed explanation-2: -Mechanical pest control is the management and control of pests using physical means such as fences, barriers or electronic wires. It includes also weeding and change of temperature to control pests. Many farmers at the moment are trying to find sustainable ways to remove pests without harming the ecosystem.

Detailed explanation-3: -Brief Description: Mechanical control methods involve the complete or partial removal of plants by mechanical means, including: harvesting, shredding, mowing, rototilling, rotovating, and chaining.