Integrated Pest Management ( IPM ) offers significant advantages over traditional methods . IPM prioritizes minimizing pesticide use by employing a multifaceted approach that combines cultural, biological and chemical controls . Key benefits include reduced pesticide costs, enhanced crop quality, ...

Several methods are employed for maximizing crop yields and maintaining healthy agricultural fields . Cultural methods focus on optimizing crop growth conditions to outcompete weeds such as proper planting time and spacing . Mechanical methods involve physical removal through tillage, ...