Crop protection
Crop protection is a branch of horticulture, aimed at protecting crops. This is done so that the yield of the crop does not diminish. Common approaches are:
Using pesticides, these are on a chemical basis
Using biological pest control, using the natural enemies of the pests to control them.
Using barriers, such as nets
Using psychology, for example to scare birds
Using biotechnology, selective breeding and genetic engineering
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