Integrated pest management (IPM) , also known as integrated pest control (IPC) that integrates both chemical and non-chemical practices for economic control of pests. The UN's Food and Agriculture Organization defines IPM as "the careful consideration of all available pest control techniqu...
Contact ; Emily Pochubay, Integrated Pest Management and Public Health Pest Specialist · Email: *********@********.*** · Instead of using only pesticides, integrated pest management (IPM) uses a variety of methods as part of a pest management program. This approach minimizes damage caused by pests while also minimizing harm to humans, animals, property, and the environment. Smart management decisions and effective IPM begin with properly identifying pests, assessing their populations, and es...
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is an environmentally friendly, common sense approach to controlling pests. Learn about IPM principles and benefits.
The role of IPM in sustainable agriculture: Applies sustainable pest control. IPM builds on ecosystem services such as pest predation while protecting others, such as pollination. It also contributes to increased farm productivity and food availability by reducing pre- and post-harvest crop losses. Reduces pesticide residues. IPM contributes to food and water safety, as reducing the amount of pesticides used in turn reduces residues in food, feed and fiber, and environment. Enhances ecosystem se...
“Exploring Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Market Trends and Opportunities: A Comprehensive Research Report 2024-2031” The Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Market Insights of 2024 is an extensive...
On this page: What is IPM? · How do IPM programs work? · Do most growers use IPM? · How do you know if the food you buy is grown using IPM? · If I grow my own fruits and vegetables, can I practice IPM in my garden? · For more information
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is an ecosystem approach to crop production and protection that combines different management strategies and practices to grow healthy crops and minimize...
The Office of Pest Management Policy is responsible for communicating across federal agencies to promote the development of pest management strategies that reduce the economic, environmental, and public health risks from pests as well as from the methods used to control them in agricultural and natural resource environments. On this page, read about Integrated Pest Management, the National Road Map for Integrated Pest Management, and the Federal Integrated Pest Management Coordinating Committee....
These actions are important parts of any IPM endeavor: ; Take steps to exclude the pest from the area, if possible ; Try to remove the pest's food, water and shelter ; Determine the pest's travel patterns and find their home-base
Provides basic information on integrated pest management in schools, including information on the components of an IPM program and guidance on how to get started. Includes identification and contro...