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The document discusses the identification and control of aphids, a major pest affecting eggplant crops. It outlines various pest control practices including biological, cultural, mechanical, chemical, and genetic methods, as well as Integrated Pest Management (IPM). The emphasis is on using a combination of these approaches to effectively manage pest populations while minimizing environmental and health risks.

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The document discusses the identification and control of aphids, a major pest affecting eggplant crops. It outlines various pest control practices including biological, cultural, mechanical, chemical, and genetic methods, as well as Integrated Pest Management (IPM). The emphasis is on using a combination of these approaches to effectively manage pest populations while minimizing environmental and health risks.

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Name:Abigael L.

Suico
Date:April 15 2024

Course and Year: BASB 2A


Scores :

Laboratory Exercise No. 1

Recognition and Identification of Damage/Symptoms of Major Pest of


Eggplant (or crop of

your choice) and the pest control practices applied

Crop: Eggplant

Major Pests: Aphids

Pest Control Practices: (Physical/Biological/Chemical/ Genetic, or


combination of practices) and How they are applied!

Aphids are small, soft-bodied insects that belong to the order


Hemiptera. They are commonly found in gardens, agricultural fields, and
on various types of plants. Aphids can be green, yellow, brown, red, or
black, depending on the species. They have long antennae and feed by
piercing the plant's tissue and sucking out sap.

While aphids are relatively small, large populations can cause significant
damage to plants, especially in agriculture. They can stunt growth,
reduce yields, and impact the overall health of plants.

Plant Distortion Some pests, such as aphids, can cause distorted growth,
curling, or puckering of leaves, stems, or flowers.

Controlling aphids often involves a combination of natural predators, like


ladybugs and lacewings, as well as cultural practices such as pruning
affected plant parts and using insecticidal soaps or oils.

Farmers use various control methods to manage pests in eggplant


cultivation. Here are some common ones:

1. Biological Control This involves introducing natural predators or


parasites of the pest species to control their population. For example,
releasing ladybugs to prey on aphids.

2. Cultural Control Practices such as crop rotation, intercropping, and


maintaining proper sanitation in the field can help reduce pest
populations by disrupting their life cycles and habitat.
3. Mechanical Control This includes physically removing pests by
handpicking or using traps and barriers like nets to prevent pests from
reaching the plants.

4. Chemical Control Farmers may use pesticides as a last resort to


control severe pest infestations. However, this should be done judiciously
to minimize environmental impact and health risks.

5. Genetic Control In some cases, genetically modified eggplant varieties


are developed to resist pests, reducing the need for chemical control.

6. Integrated Pest Management (IPM) This is a comprehensive approach


that combines multiple control methods, prioritizing non-chemical
methods and using pesticides only when necessary and with careful
consideration.

Each method has its advantages and challenges, so farmers often use a
combination of these approaches to effectively manage pest problems
while minimizing negative impacts on the environment and human
health.

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