Fact Sheets - General IPM
General Concepts of Biological Control
Virtually all pest populations are affected by natural enemies to some extent. In many cases, natural enemies are the primary regulating force of the pest populations.
Important Components of a Successful Pest Management Program
“The lowest population density of a pest that will cause economic damage; or the amount of pest injury which will justify the cost of control.
Pest Management Decision-making: The Economic-injury Level Concept
Pest managers cannot afford to take a pest management action without knowing if it is economically sound. Treating a pest needlessly is not conducive to making a profit.
Row Covers
In agricultural use, a row cover is a transparent or semitransparent material that is used over crops (typically vegetables) for a variety of purposes.
The Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Concept
The term Pest Management came about in the early 1960’s, which then evolved into Integrated Pest Management (IPM). However, many aspects of IPM have been practiced since plants were first cultivated by humans.
Using Degree Days to Time Treatments for Insect Pests
Insecticides that are applied for a perennial insect pest based on a calendar date often result in poor insect control and a waste of resources. Insect activity varies from year to year depending on weather.