The chemistry and biology behind protecting global food supplies
In short: How do we protect the crops that feed the world? This video explores the dual methods of pest control, from synthetic chemicals to biological interventions.
Pests are defined as organisms that damage or consume agricultural crops. To manage these threats, humans utilize two primary strategies: chemical pesticides and biological control.
The video breaks down the specific types of pesticides used in farming, including insecticides for insects, fungicides for fungi, and herbicides to eliminate weeds. It also introduces biological control, which involves introducing other species into an ecosystem to manage pest populations naturally.
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