Pest Control: Cultural And Environmental Aspects

The field of pest control research is plagued by instability, the need for improved methods, and environmental and social hazards. This book examines past events and projects likely impacts on contemporary pest management systems, examining social, economic, political, and ethical factors that shape these systems.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 266 pages
Publication date: 29 July 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The field of pest control research, which has become increasingly crucial in a world facing food scarcity, has been plagued by a multitude of challenges over the years. These challenges include the instability (including pesticide resistance) of many control techniques, the ongoing need for improved pest management methods to increase global food supplies, and the environmental and social hazards associated with currently used pesticides. In order to address these pressing issues, this book aims to provide an in-depth examination of past events and project their likely impacts on contemporary pest management systems.

The authors of this book, who hail from diverse backgrounds such as sociology, economics, law, ecology, political science, and pest control science, have come together to explore the social, economic, political, and ethical factors that play a crucial role in shaping pest management systems. They also examine developmental patterns that demonstrate the importance of these factors in shaping today's systems.

One of the key challenges facing pest control research is the instability of many control techniques. Pesticides, which have been widely used to manage pests, have been criticized for their adverse effects on human health and the environment. The development of pesticide resistance, which makes it difficult for farmers to effectively control pests, has further exacerbated this problem.

To address this challenge, there is a need for improved pest management methods that are both effective and sustainable. This includes the development of new pesticides that are less harmful to human health and the environment, as well as the implementation of integrated pest management (IPM) strategies that combine multiple control techniques to reduce the use of pesticides and minimize their adverse effects.

Another challenge facing pest control research is the need to increase global food supplies. With the world's population expected to reach 9.7 billion by 2050, there is a growing demand for food production. However, many factors, such as climate change, land degradation, and water scarcity, are posing significant challenges to food production.

In order to address this challenge, there is a need for innovative pest management technologies that can increase crop yields and reduce the loss of crops due to pests. This includes the development of genetically modified crops that are resistant to pests, as well as the use of precision agriculture technologies that can optimize crop management practices and reduce the use of pesticides.

However, the development and implementation of new pest management technologies also raise important ethical and social considerations. For example, there are concerns about the potential impact of genetically modified crops on the environment and human health, as well as the potential for these technologies to exacerbate existing inequalities in food production and distribution.

In addition to these challenges, pest control research is also faced with environmental and social hazards associated with currently used pesticides. Pesticides can have harmful effects on human health, wildlife, and the environment, and can contribute to soil and water pollution.

To address these hazards, there is a need for stricter regulations and policies that govern the use of pesticides. This includes the development of risk assessment frameworks that can evaluate the potential risks of pesticides and guide their use, as well as the implementation of buffer zones and other measures to protect vulnerable populations from pesticide exposure.

In conclusion, the field of pest control research faces a multitude of challenges, including the instability of many control techniques, the need for improved pest management methods to increase global food supplies, and the environmental and social hazards associated with currently used pesticides. This book aims to provide an in-depth examination of these challenges and project their likely impacts on contemporary pest management systems. By examining past events and projecting likely impacts, the authors hope to contribute to the development of more effective and sustainable pest management strategies that can help to address the world's food scarcity and other pressing environmental and social challenges.

Weight: 490g
ISBN-13: 9780367298241