Which of the Following is a Form of Cultural Control

Question

Which of the following is a form of cultural control to minimize pest populations?
A) crop rotation
B) monoculture
C) irrigation
D) pesticide use

Accepted Answer

Crop rotation is a form of cultural control that involves planting different crops in a specific sequence to disrupt the life cycles of pests and reduce their populations. This method helps to reduce the buildup of pest populations in the soil, minimizing the need for chemical pesticides. Monoculture, on the other hand, is a farming practice where only one type of crop is grown in a given area, which can lead to an over-reliance on pesticides to control pests that are attracted to that particular crop. Irrigation is a method of providing water to crops and does not directly affect pest populations, while pesticide use is a chemical control method that can have negative environmental impacts.