Set an action threshold, a point at which pest/weed populations indicate that pest/weed control action must be taken a treatment is “justified” only if the benefits of control is greater than the cost of control

Discover how action threshold IPM optimizes pest management, crop yields, and sustainability with advanced monitoring and responsible control strategies in 2025.

Jun 12, 2025 · Increased efficiency: Action thresholds enable farmers to prioritize weed control efforts, optimizing the use of resources and labor. The following flowchart illustrates the decision-making …

Thresholds can often be higher if highly effective or quick-acting methods are available for controlling the problem. Conversely, if available controls are slow-acting or only partially effective, or crops are of an …

These plans de ne responsibilities and identify strategies and actions to control the weed species. They facilitate coordinated action from all stakeholders at a national level and improve linkages between …

However, because most weed populations generate effects that carry over to following years, an eco-nomically-defined action threshold that deals solely with impact in the current sea-son is not suited to …

To prevent weed spread: hold livestock in a holding paddock if required to allow weed seeds to pass through them before moving them to a new clean area. Do not dump pond or aquarium plants in …