Methods of Pest Control

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Physical control
Cultural control
Biological control
Chemical control

Methods of pest control include:

(1) Physical Method:

This refers to mechanical or hand control where the pest is actually attacked and destroyed.

It involves:

(i) Removal of pests by hand (hand picking).

(ii) Setting up barriers that will prevent further destruction of one’s plant.

(iii) Use of traps as nets, and sticky boards.

(iv) Subjecting crop seeds to steam sterilization to kill the insect pests.

(v) Sun-drying of grains.

(vi) Storage at low temperatures to prevent the breeding of insect pests.

(2) Cultural Methods:

Cultural methods of pest control employ practices that make the environment less attractive to pests and less favourable for their survival, growth and reproduction.

These methods are aimed at reducing the exposure of

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