PCA LAWS AND REGULATIONS EXAM
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What practices can be applied discourage development of
pesticide resistance
Use cultural methods other than pesticides when feasible,
only apply pesticides when necessary, utilize resistant
cultivars/ biological & cultural controls/other non chemical
management strategies to reduce pest populations, and
change up the mode of action of pesticides used if chemical
action is required
What sustainable Ag
Refers to farming systems that can maintain their productivity
indefinitely
,How does sustainable agriculture, organic, and residue-free
programs use IPM principles in their management strategies
The use of biological IPM is a key element of sustainable AG,
preventive methods, employing cultural practices, and
monitoring before applying treatments.
How does spot treatment reduce pesticide use
eliminates unnecessary coverage to uninfected areas,
lessening impact on natural enemies and other non target
species as well as reducing the amount of pesticide used by
upmost of 90%
What are the major invertebrate groups that are pests
Nematodes, segmented/true worms-snails-slugs, and
arthropods
What types of mouthparts are found on insects
chewing and sucking stylets
,What is complete metamorphosis
has 4 distinct life cycle stages: egg, larva, pupa, and adult
What is gradual metamorphosis
has 3 life cycle stages: egg, nymph, and adult.
How does band treatment reduce pesticide use
applied only where the herbicide is needed, often applied as
band reducing the actual amount of herbicides used
How does treating alternate rows or blocks reduce pesticide
use
reduces the amount applied as well as protecting the natural
enemies in the untreated areas
How does low volume application reduce pesticide use
, reduces the amount of pesticides used and bring the pest
population down to below economic threshold
Why is application timing important in selective use of a
pesticide
Proper timing of a pesticide application can also allow for the
selective use of pesticides, certain pesticides are more
effective during certain life stages, improper timing can also
lead to negative effects on nontarget organisms
When can you apply pesticides to avoid harming bees
Perennial plants are dominant limits toxicities to spring and
summer active natural enemies and non target organisms
What is cross resistance
a plant is resistance to two or more pesticides, and the same
genes mediate the resistance
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