Plant Pathology

10.

Integrated Disease Management

10.1.

Concept and Philosophy of IDM

10.1.1.

Definition of IDM

10.1.2.

Principles of Integration

10.1.3.

Benefits of IDM

10.2.

Components of an IDM Program

10.2.1.

Cultural Control

10.2.1.1.

10.2.1.2.

10.2.1.3.

Tillage Practices

10.2.1.4.

Water Management

10.2.1.5.

Plant Spacing and Density

10.2.2.

Biological Control

10.2.2.1.

Use of Antagonistic Microorganisms

10.2.2.2.

Suppressive Soils

10.2.2.3.

Conservation of Natural Enemies

10.2.3.

Chemical Control

10.2.3.1.

10.2.3.2.

10.2.3.3.

10.2.3.4.

Modes of Action

10.2.3.5.

Systemic vs. Protectant Chemicals

10.2.3.6.

Fungicide Resistance Management

10.2.3.7.

Safe and Judicious Use of Chemicals

10.2.4.

Host-Plant Resistance

10.2.4.1.

Deployment of Resistant Varieties

10.2.4.2.

Resistance Management Strategies

10.3.

Economic Thresholds and Decision Making

10.3.1.

Cost-Benefit Analysis

10.3.2.

Threshold Levels for Action

10.3.3.

Decision Support Tools

10.3.4.

Monitoring and Record Keeping

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