Carlos Hilado Memorial State College
Carlos Hilado Memorial State College
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Carlos Hilado Memorial State College
Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus
I would feel bad if I discovered that my favourite plant has pests. So in order to deal with the
pests, there are natural, organic ways to deal with pest and disease problems in the garden. Many of
these ways have proved effective over hundreds and even thousands of years. I will keep the garden
clean of plant debris. Pest insects often hide or shelter in dropped or dead leaves. That's why I will
turn the soil in the fall or between plantings to expose pests to the elements. I will use pest barriers
such as floating row covers or sticky bands or copper strips to exclude pests from plants and planting
beds. A “collar” or ring of tar paper or cardboard pushed into the soil around a plant will deter
cutworms and slugs. Most insect pests can be controlled with relatively nontoxic sprays. Lastly, a
forceful spray of water from the garden hose is one of the easiest ways to dislodge pests. Insecticidal
soaps, horticultural oils, and insecticides made from plant extracts such as neem, pyrethrum, or
sabadilla are natural alternatives to synthetic pesticides.
ELABORATE
Research at least 5 orchards and identify the method of planting used in each
orchard. Have a picture of each. (Use one page only of this answersheet. Arrange
your pictures properly)
EVALUATE
Carlos Hilado Memorial State College
Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus
Visit an area where you can see plants (fruit trees, ornamental, flowering and others if available?
Look for any pests which are attacking the plants and have it documented. (3-5)