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Pest management.

R L Giese, R M Peart, R T Huber

Science (New York, N.Y.)

|March 21, 1975

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This study introduces a pilot program for alfalfa pest control using an interdisciplinary approach and computer-based advisories. The system integrates weather data and crop models for dynamic, accessible pest management strategies.

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Area of Science:

Agricultural Science
Entomology
Agronomy

Background:

Effective pest management requires an interdisciplinary approach, considering entire crop systems and multiple pest types (insects, pathogens, weeds).
Successful pest management programs depend on accurate weather data, collaboration between researchers and extension personnel, and grower feedback.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop and evaluate a pilot computer-based pest management program for alfalfa.
To integrate meteorological data and crop system simulations for pest control advisories.

Main Methods:

An interdisciplinary team (entomologists, engineers, physiologists, economists, agronomists) collaborated on research and implementation.
Microcomputers were used to monitor, integrate, store, and transmit weather data for simulations.
Simulations of the alfalfa plant and alfalfa weevil were developed using integrated data.

Main Results:

A prototype system was developed and tested over three years at Purdue University.
Advisories were generated and disseminated via teletype terminals across Indiana's alfalfa growing regions.
The system demonstrated the potential for dynamic and reliable computer-based pest management.

Conclusions:

Computer-based pest management programs offer dynamic and reliable solutions.
These systems provide accessible alternative action strategies for growers.
Interdisciplinary collaboration is crucial for effective agricultural pest management.