18 Questions
Which states have been affected by tar spot fungus in corn?
All nearby states
What are the symptoms of tar spot disease in corn?
Raised black spots
What is the potential impact of tar spot fungus on corn yield?
20 to 60 bushels per acre yield losses
What percentage of the water was Mexico due under the 1906 Convention in 2013?
6%
What would be the impact of enabling Mexico to proportionally reduce Rio Grande deliveries according to drought conditions?
It would distribute drought and climate change impacts more fairly between both countries
What kind of benefits would the cooperation between Mexico and the US deliver according to the text?
Political benefits
Which river is mentioned in the text as being over-allocated?
Colorado River
Which treaty allows Mexico to roll over any accrued deficits at the end of a five-year cycle?
The 1944 treaty
What caused the increased water demand on both sides of the border?
Decreased agricultural activities
What percentage of its targeted amount has Mexico delivered as of 2023?
25%
Which organization is partnering with PCAs to collect and analyze pest control practices in California agriculture?
California Association of Pest Control Advisers
What is the main purpose of the project funded by the Sustainable Pest Management Pilot Grant Program?
To transition to safer and sustainable pest control practices
What is the role of PCAs in California agriculture?
To survey millions of acres annually for pests
What is the significance of the Rio Grande river?
All of the above
Which research center observed that some stromata specimens collected failed to germinate?
ARS’s National Center for Agricultural Utilization Research in Peoria, Illinois
What can be used to reduce mild outbreaks of tar spot?
Synthetic fungicide applications and corn varieties that can tolerate some damage from the fungus
Which fungus prevented 88 percent of the tar spot fungus' stromata from germinating in trials?
Gliocladium catenulatum
What is being explored as part of an integrated approach to managing tar spot disease?
All of the above
Quiz: "Sustainable Pest Management for PCAs: Enhancing Agricultural Practices" Test your knowledge on sustainable pest management practices for Pest Control Advisors (PCAs) with this quiz. Learn about existing practices and how to transition to safer and more sustainable methods in plant protection. Discover how this project, funded by the Sustainable Pest Management Pilot Grant Program, aims to develop data and educational courses to enhance the role of PCAs in promoting sustainable agriculture.
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