Explore the concept of biological control in ag... - JSS1 Agricultural science Methods of Pest and Disease Control in Agriculture Question

Biological control involves using natural enemies to manage pest populations in agriculture. Examples include:

  - Predators: Natural enemies that actively hunt and consume pests, such as ladybugs feeding on aphids.

  - Parasitoids: Insects that lay eggs on or inside pests, with the hatched larvae consuming the host, like parasitic wasps attacking caterpillars.

Benefits of biological control include minimal environmental impact, sustainability, and the potential for long-term pest control without chemical residues.