Proper seed bed preparation creates an optimal growing environment for crops, allowing them to establish quickly and compete effectively against pests. Intercropping, or planting different crops together in the same field, disrupts pest breeding cycles and reduces pest populations by providing less favorable habitats or alternative hosts, thereby helping to maintain ecological balance and reduce pest pressure on main crops.
How do preventive measures such as proper seed bed preparation and intercropping contribute to overall pest management?
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Preventive measures like proper seed bed preparation create favorable conditions for crop growth, enabling plants to withstand pest pressure better. Intercropping disrupts pest breeding cycles and reduces pest populations by providing less favorable habitats or alternative hosts. Together, these practices promote crop health and resilience, minimizing the need for chemical pesticides and contributing to overall sustainable pest management.