The industrial standard in agriculture involves heavy use of herbicides and pesticides to meet the bottom line of production. However, over time, it is increasingly apparent that these are not the ...

The sterile insect technique (SIT) is an environment friendly method of pest control that integrates well into area wide integrated pest management (AW-IPM) programmes. A first of its kind, this book ...

Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is an environmentally friendly strategy that focuses on the removal and long-term prevention of pests (insects) and wildlife through a combination of techniques and ...

Biological control involves the utilisation of natural predators, parasites and pathogens to suppress pest populations, while Integrated Pest Management (IPM) combines biological methods with cultural ...

Pests—like insects, weeds, and plant diseases—can seriously impact both natural and agricultural ecosystems. This certificate program helps you understand why pests thrive and how to manage them using ...

In recognition of long-standing efforts to safely and sustainably manage pests, UC Santa Cruz has earned the California Department of Pesticide Regulation’s Integrated Pest Management Achievement ...