HORTICULTURE

HORTICULTURE SCIENCE

DISEASE AND PEST MANAGEMENT

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which control measure involves the use of living organisms to control pests?
A
Bilogical
B
Cultural
C
Sanitation
D
Physical
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Biological control is the use of living organisms to suppress pest populations, making them less damaging than they would otherwise be.

Detailed explanation-2: -Often, the natural enemies are found in the home range of the invasive pest. Some notable examples of classical biological control include the use of decapitating flies (several Pseudacteon species) against red imported fire ants, and a group of flea beetles, thrips, and stem borers used against alligator weed.

Detailed explanation-3: -Biological control is the beneficial action of parasites, pathogens, and predators in managing pests and their damage. Biocontrol provided by these living organisms, collectively called “natural enemies, ‘’ is especially important for reducing the numbers of pest insects and mites.

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