Chapter 1 Intregrated Pest Management

Question 1

List the parts of a successful crop pest scouting program

Answer 1

• Accurately written records of the field location
• Current field conditions
• History of previous pest infestations and pesticide use
• Map location present pest infestations

Question 2

Define Economic Threshold

Answer 2

Point at which a control measure is justified to prevent a pest population from reaching the economic injury level

Question 3

Define Economic Injury

Answer 3

Point at which the cost of pest control equals the potential loss caused by the pest

Question 4

Goals and objectives of an integrated pest management program

Answer 4

• Proper identification of the pest
• Use of pest resistant crop varieties
• Crop rotation
• Proper soil fertilization
• Effective water management programs

Question 5

Identify factors to consider when making a decision about use of pesticides

Answer 5

• Is the pest you want to control listed on the pesticide label
• Does the label state that the pesticide will control the pest or does the word suppression appear on the label
• Is the recommended rate of application economical for your operation
• Is the pesticide a restricted use product?