In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Introduction to Integrated Pest Management (IPM) 2. Origin of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) 3. Integration of Pest Management Tactics 4. Constraints in Implementation 5. Framework of IPM Programme 6. Advantages. Introduction to Integrated Pest Management (IPM): Integrated pest management (IPM) is based on ecological principles and involves the integration and synthesis of [...]
The development of an integrated pest management programme involves three distinct phases, viz., the problem definition phase, the research phase and the implementation phase. 1. Problem Definition Phase: The successful integration and use of control options in an integrated pest management programme depends to a very large extent on the time and effort apportioned to the definition phase of the [...]
In this article we will discuss about the implementation of IPM for crop cultivation in developing countries. Implementation of IPM for Rice Cultivation: Major efforts in implementing IPM in irrigated rice have been carried out in Asia by the United Nations' Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) through the Inter Country Programme for the Development and Application of Integrated Pest Control [...]