Is chemical control used by tree growers to prevent certain insects from damaging their Christmas trees? If so, what methods are used to prevent contamination of the nearby environment?
Christmas tree growers do use insecticides to prevent damage by insects … but only when absolutely necessary. Most growers now use insecticides that are very specific to the insect they are trying to control. In this way, they can minimize the effects to other creatures. Often, growers use a technique called Integrated Pest Management (IPM) to control insect populations that are harmful to our crops. IPM uses natural predators (like the Preying Mantis) to control insect populations. One of the best ways to prevent harm to nearby environments is through education! REAL TREE growers are trained to know what chemicals to use for specific control issues, exactly how to apply and use each chemical, and when to apply them (not on windy days, etc). Growers are constantly updating their understanding of chemical control so they use only what is necessary – only where it’s necessary. In fact, many growers who apply the chemicals to crops have a license to do it. These licensed farm chemical a
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