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2007
Annual Report
UC Statewide IPM Program
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Adult ,
a parasite of citrus mealybug. Photo by Jack Kelly Clark.What is IPM?
Integrated pest management (IPM) is an ecosystem-based strategy that focuses
on long-term prevention of pests or their damage through a combination of
techniques such as biological control, habitat manipulation, modification
of cultural practices, and use of resistant varieties. Pesticides are used
only after monitoring indicates they are needed according to established
guidelines, and treatments are made with the goal of removing only the target
organism. Pest control materials are selected and applied in a manner that
minimizes risks to human health, beneficial and nontarget organisms, and
the environment.
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