What is ipm Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Define IPM - ANSWER-1. a pest population management system that anticipates and prevents pests from causing damage. 2. an ecological approach to pest control. Components of IPM - ANSWER-1. Pest identification 2. Monitoring 3. Use of natural enemies (biological control) 4. Pest-resistant plants 5. Cultural and structural changes 6. Judicious use of least toxic pesticides Intent of IPM - ANSWER-To use tactics that include pesticide alternatives that reduce the total amount of pestici...

The general court finds that ( which statement is incorrect): - People of massachusetts have a right to send their children to schools that are free of pesticides. What is the goal of the law governing pesticide use on schools? - Prevent unnecessary exposure of children to chemical pesticides. Who must comply with this law? - Any person who operates a school age child care program or a daycare. What products are eligible for use outdoors on the grounds of schools? - Anti-microbial, rode...

CDFA IPM Exam 2023/2024 (Revised) A+. 2,4-D is used to control? - ANSWER annual broadleaf weeds in crops Spry Oil Properties - ANSWER High Viscosity in Summer with high heat: Less Phytotoxic Low Viscosity in Winter with low heat: Heavier Oil What is 2-4D amine? - ANSWER Salt What are IGR? - ANSWER Insect Growth Regulators, Mimic natural hormones and interfere with growth Herbicides adsorbs/binds to which kind of soil? - ANSWER Soil with high organic/clay content and Low pH, high temperat...

Using barriers to prevent pests from getting into an area is an example of which type of pest management method? Correct Answer: Mechanical Making use of plant varieties that are naturally resistant to insect feedings is an example of which type of pest management method? Correct Answer: Genetic Which statement about biological control is true? Correct Answer: Modifying the environment to enhance natural enemies is recommended in biological control. Sealing cracks and crevices and sm...

Applicator test for Illinois, General Standards 1. The goal of IPM isn't to eliminate the entire pest population but.... To avoid adverse effects on humans wildlife and the environment 2. Which of the following words is that number of pests per plant or the amount of damage to a plant at which point control measures should begin? Economic Threshold 3. What can be said about insects? They have three pairs of jointed legs. 4. Which of the following is an incomplete life cyc...

MASSACHUSETTS PESTICIDE APPLICATOR CORE 2024 EXAM/ MASSACHUSETTS PESTICIDE TEST DETAILED QUESTIONS AND CORRECT HIGHTLIGHTED ANSWERS 100% GUARANTEED PASS. How many days before spraying a school do parents, students, and staff need to be notified? - ANSWER- 48hours before and 72 hours after Where to place the yard sign at a grass field? - ANSWER- Conspicuous points of entry How long do the yard signs have to be in place after the application? - ANSWER- 72 hours What notice do you need t...

Under EPA's Endangered Species Act it is a Federal offense to use a pesticide in a manner that results in the death of an endangered species under which of the following conditions? - ANSWER-When the species is located in its protected habitat Individuals with a noncommercial applicator license in Utah are legally required to keep a record of all applications involving the use of what type of pesticides? - ANSWER-Restricted use pesticides Which of the following is an example of a natural ...

Illinois Pesticide Applicator IPM for Turf - ANSWER keeping pests at a level low enough to avoid major damage First step of IPM for turf - ANSWER developing and maintaining healthy turf healthy turf is obtained through - ANSWER soil management, turfgrass selection, and proper culture desirable pH level for healthy turf - ANSWER between 6 and 7 pH pH readings below 6, what can you add? - ANSWER lime high-pH soils can be fixed by adding? - ANSWER sulfur or acid forming fertilizer ...

Oregon Pesticide Examination: Ornamental and Turf Herbicide Questions and Answers 100% Pass Integrated Pest Management: What is the definition of IPM? - Correct Answer ️️ -Integrated Pest Management Integrated Pest Management: What are some of the advantages of IPM? - Correct Answer ️️ -Regulations, Environment and Economics. Integrated Pest Management: What are some of the control methods under IPM? - Correct Answer ️️ -Prevention, mechanical, cultural and chemical. Integr...

What agency is responsible for the enforcement of federal pesticide laws and regulations? Correct Answer: EPA Which law requires federal registration of pesticides shipped in interstate commerce? Correct Answer: FIFRA Which law prohibits the use of any registered pesticide in a manner inconsistent with label directions? Correct Answer: FEPCA Any commercial applicator who violates any provision of FIFRA may be assessed a civil penalty of not more than? Correct Answer: 5,000 Which ag...