Economic importance of selected pests - SS2 Agriculture Past Questions and Answers - page 1
What is one economic impact of pests on crops?
Increased crop yields
Reduced crop quality
Lower production costs
Which method involves planting flowers that attract beneficial insects to control pests?
Crop rotation
Pesticide application
Companion planting
What is a potential side effect of chemical pest control methods?
Increased crop yields
Harm to beneficial insects
Improved soil quality
Which method involves changing the type of crop planted in a field each season?
Companion planting
Crop rotation
Pesticide application
How can chemical pollution occur in pest control?
By planting different crops
By using beneficial insects
By the use of insecticides
What is the primary purpose of using integrated pest management (IPM)?
To eliminate all pests using chemicals
To combine various methods to manage pests effectively
To rely solely on natural predators for pest control
What is a potential consequence of pests becoming resistant to insecticides?
Reduced need for stronger chemicals
Easier pest control in the future
A need for even stronger chemicals
Which method aims to eliminate hiding spots for pests in fields?
Companion planting
Weeding and cleaning
Pesticide application
What is a significant economic impact of pests on agriculture?
Increased market value of crops
Reduced food supply
Lower crop yields
Which method involves introducing helpful bugs to control pest populations?
Weeding and cleaning
Predators and parasites
Companion planting