HORTICULTURE

HORTICULTURE SCIENCE

PLANT BIOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following would be considered an alternative to synthetic pesticides
A
insect resistant plants
B
all of the choices
C
crop rotation
D
Scents that trick pests
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -There are different methods which can be adopted for saving the crops from the pests without using the pesticides. The techniques like crop rotation, intercropping and organic pesticides can be used. We can use the microbes fro the destruction of the pests.

Detailed explanation-2: -Synthetic pesticides can be classified into four main categories according to their chemical composition: Organochloride, organic phosphorus, carbamate, pyrethrin and pyrethroid.

Detailed explanation-3: -crop rotation, biopesticides, and trap crops are alternatives to synthetic pesticides.

Detailed explanation-4: -Use gardening techniques that encourage vigorous plant growth and discourage pests. Choose pest-resistant garden plants that provide habitat for wildlife. Plant a variety of species. Rotate crops regularly. Try companion-planting. More items

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