Pest Management in Agriculture

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Which compound is derived from plant sources and acts as a nerve poison?

Pyrethrin

Which synthetic chemical is not mentioned in the text as an insecticide?

Thanite

What is the toxicity of Tephrosin, derived from Tephrosia vogelli?

Unknown

Which compound is derived from Nicotiana tabacum leaves and acts as a nerve poison?

Nicotine

Out of the following, which plant origin insecticide is specifically labeled as a contact poison?

Sabadilla

Learn about key and major pests, Economic Injury Level (EIL), and the actions required for pest control in agriculture. Understand pest density, GEP, damage thresholds, and the effectiveness of human intervention.

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