Pests of Crops II

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In today’s Agricultural Science class, We will be learning about Crop Pests. We hope you enjoy the class!

ECONOMIC IMPORTANCE OF INSECT PESTS IN CROP PRODUCTION

They destroy crops in the fields through their biting, chewing, boring, sucking and defoliation activities.
They cause a reduction in the viability of stored produce
Spot of injuries by insect pests predispose crops to pathogen attack
They increase the cost of production as they are being controlled
They render vegetables and fruits unattractive and unmarketable
Some are of vectors of disease
The profits of farmers are reduced
They reduce the quality of farm produce either in the store or in the field
They generally reduce the yield of crops
They can also cause total death of crop plants.

GENERAL EVALUATION

READING ASSIGNMENT

Revision questions 3 and 8 Essential Agricultural Science for Senior Secondary Schools Chapter 26, page 247

SECTION A

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In our next class, we will be learning about Control of Crop Pests. We are very much eager to meet you there.