1.
Identify the pest(s)
that are the source of the problem.
2. Understand the biology and economics of the pest and the system in which the pest exists.
3. Monitor pests and natural controls. Use standardized, tested monitoring methods rather than basing decisions on haphazard observation.
4. Establish economic or aesthetic injury thresholds. Pest management decisions are based on the potential damage from pest infestations, status of natural enemies, sensitivity of the protected site (such as stage of development of a crop), and the weather. Actions are taken only when the potential damage is sufficient to justify action.
5. Select an appropriate strategy of cultural, mechanical, biological, and/or chemical prevention or control techniques.
6.
Evaluate the pest management program
and improve it when possible.
