Chewing Insects – Intro

Goal: To recognize the different types of chewing insects, the areas they inhabit and the various ways to control the pest population by utilizing an Integrated Pest Management program.

Description: This presentation identifies various chewing insects. Students will learn characteristics, life cycles, prevention techniques and treatment methods, and the effect each pest has on plants as well as its economic impact. Students will also be able to identify pests associated with common plants and crops and determine uses and types of pesticides.

Objectives:

1. To identify pests associated with common plants and crops.

2. To analyze the characteristics associated with common pests of plants.

3. To identify the uses and types of pesticides.

4. To identify plant pests characteristics, effects on plants, prevention methods, treatment, life cycles and economic impact.

5. To identify chewing insects.