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Integrated Pest Management (IPM)

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025

Definition

Integrated Pest Management is an approach used in agriculture and pest control that combines multiple strategies to manage pests while minimizing environmental impact. It involves monitoring pest populations, using biological controls, implementing cultural practices, and only resorting to chemical pesticides when necessary.

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