Bio Control Vs Chemical Control
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Bio Control |
Chemical Control |
Targeted to particular pest |
Usually has effect on more than the targeted insects – Earthworms etc. |
Harmless to animals |
Can be harmful to animals, birds, ducks and fish particularly |
Host parasitic relationship once pest declines so to does control |
Control is delivered through chemical poisoning |
Better soil quality-plant growth
Better disease resistance
Better water retention
Better resistance to heat or water stress |
Reduced organic activity in soil, usually results in more disease. Reduced organic matter in soil results in poor moisture and retention. |
No harm to other beneficial organisms, bacteria, fungi protozoa, ringworms earthworms. Totally non toxic. |
Often leads to non targeted beneficial destruction and reduced organic activity leading to poor soil quality water retention etc. |
Has no effect on the plant turf or plant |
Can lead to phytotoxidity or chemical burning |
Will not lead to resistance |
Resistance especially in short life cycle pest a big concern |
No need for specialized safety equipment in, handling, use storage or disposal |
Required extensive investment in equipment storage and handling difficult to dispose of safely. |
No risk to staff or facility users |
Risk of liability EPA, members, staff and general public |
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