Table 2.1-1

Table 2.1-1. Comparison between activities of an ideal IPM program and a routine spray program
Activity IPM Program Routine Spray Program
Monitor crop for indications of damage yes no
Identify cause of crop damage yes no
Determine need for management yes no
Evaluate management alternatives yes no
Select appropriate management alternatives yes no
Implement management alternatives yes yes
Assess success of management alternatives yes yes
Maintain records on pest populations and effectiveness
of management alternatives
yes no