Arthropod Pest ManagementUnit 1.8 | Part 1 – 365- Always examine both sides of leaves on each
side of the tree.
Assess and record the following:
- Date, time, crop, and weather conditions
- Is proper cultural care being delivered?
- Number of pests observed
- Amount and type of damage
- Presence and numbers of beneficials/natural
enemies - Evidence of parasitism or predation
- Stage of crop development
- Management actions taken
List five arthropod pests and the crops they
affect in your region. What are the National
Organic Program-certified physical, chemical,
biological, and cultural control options
available for these pests? (answers will vary)
How might non-crop vegetation help
manage insect pests? How might it be
detrimental? Name five different non-crop
plants that farmers use in your area to
enhance biological control. How do each
of these plants serve to enhance biological
control? (answers will vary)
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