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Plant Resistance mechanism, Factors responsible for plant resistance/Characteristics of plant resistance Definition of Plant Resistance Resistance of plants in insect is the property that enable a plant to avoid, tolerate …
Deterrents/Rejectants/Antifeedants insect control (Main functions, Chemical types, Mode of action, Advantages and Disadvantages) Definition of Antifeedants/Deterrents/Rejectants Antifeedants are the chemicals which prevent feeding. Detheir et al (1960) proposed the term, …
Definition and types of Repellents Definition of Repellents The chemical which causes insect to make oriented movements away from its source is known as repellents. Repellents usually substances with a …
Attractants in Entomology (Definition, types and uses) Definition of Attractants in Entomology A chemical which causes the insect to make an oriented movement towards its source is known as attractant. …
Chemical Methods of IPM (Integrated Pest Management) with Advantages and Disadvantages Chemical Methods of IPM (Integrated Pest Management) Use of synthetic chemicals for managing pest population is called chemical control …
Physical Methods of IPM (Integrated Pest Management) Reduction of pest population by using device which affect them physically or alter their physical environment. Manipulation of temperature, humidity, light is used …
Biological Methods of IPM (Integrated Pest Management) with advantages and disadvantages Biological control is a method of controlling pests such as insects, mites, weeds and plant diseases using other organisms. …
Mechanical Methods of IPM (Integrated Pest Management) with advantages and limitations Mechanical pest control is the management and control of pests using physical means such as fences, barriers or electronic wires. …
Cultural method of IPM (Integrated Pest Management) with advantages and disadvantages Cultural method is the prevention or reduction of injurious insect pest by utilizing or changing various farm practices in …
Problems of Soil Acidity Problems of soil acidity may divided 3 groups which are as follows 1. Toxic effects. …