How does the biological control of insects differ from the ...

[mikaylakyoung]

How does the biological control of insects differ from the biological control of
  plant diseases?

 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Why is it so important to be looking to natural pest control at this time?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 3

Discuss some crops that might be grown in a 3- or 4-year rotation for soil disease
  control.

 
  What will be an ideal response?

[meganlapinski]

Answer to Question 1

Plant diseases are not quite as easy to control with IPM as insects. Good sanitation to
prevent carryover of fungus spores, early identification, and prompt control can greatly
reduce the need for regular preventive sprays. Disease-resistant varieties can also
reduce or eliminate the need for chemical control of some diseases

Answer to Question 2

Student answers may vary, but suggestions include protecting the environment and
drinking water from poisonous chemicals, increasing insect resistances to chemical
pesticides, the cancer-causing or other ill effects of many pesticides on humans and
animals, and EPA restrictions are making fewer chemical pesticides available

Answer to Question 3

Some crops that might be grown in a 3- or 4-year rotation for soil disease control include
tomatoes, eggplant, and potatoes.

[mikaylakyoung]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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