Biological pest control

Biological pest control is a method of managing and controlling pests through natural methods, often utilizing other organisms. It is a sustainable, eco-friendly alternative to chemical pesticides. In this approach, the pest's natural enemies, whether they are predators, parasites, pathogens or competitors, are introduced or encouraged in the environment. This tactic doesn't involve artificial chemicals, therefore it minimizes health risks and environmental pollution. It's a form of proactive pest management that emphasizes natural balance and biodiversity. Key examples include using ladybugs to control aphid populations, deploying predatory mites to tackle spider mite issues or introducing nematodes as a bio-pesticide against a variety of harmful insects. Concepts like crop rotation and companion planting also fall under this category.