Concept of Biological Control of Agricultural Pests

These flashcards cover essential vocabulary and concepts related to biological control strategies for agricultural pests.

Biological Control

The use of living natural enemies to control pests.

Augmentive Biological Control

Release of large numbers of biological control agents to supplement small numbers already present.

Classical Biological Control

Importation and release of biological control agents into an area to establish a permanent population.

Inundative Biological Control

Release of large numbers of biological control agents relative to target species for rapid effect.

Manipulative Biological Control

Manipulation of environmental elements to enhance the numbers or actions of natural enemies.

Adaptability in Pests

The ability of pests, particularly insects, to adapt to environmental conditions, affecting biological control strategies.

High Reproductive Potential

Pests have short life cycles and high fertility, allowing for rapid population growth.

Antibiosis Resistance

Resistance that increases mortality or reduces the longevity and reproduction of the insect pest.

Antixenosis Resistance

Resistance that expresses non-preference of the insect for a resistant plant compared to a susceptible one.

Tolerance Resistance

The ability of a plant to withstand or recover from damage caused by insect pest abundance.

Insect-Resistant Plant

A plant that has inherited traits helping it reduce damage from insect pests, ensuring higher yields.

Integrated Pest Management (IPM)

A pest management approach that combines biological control with other pest control methods.