Pest risk analysis
- Pronunciation
- /PEST risk uh-NAL-uh-sis/
- Category
- Management
- Plural
- Pest risk analyses
Definition
A systematic process to identify, assess, and manage the risks associated with introducing or transferring a pest organism into a new environment.
Etymology
From the Latin 'pestis', meaning 'plague' or 'disease', and the Greek 'analysis', meaning 'a breaking up' or 'detailed examination'.
Example
Pest risk analysis is crucial for determining whether introducing a new crop variety is safe.
Related Terms
- Quarantine
- Biosecurity
- Invasive species
Usage Notes
Pest risk analysis involves evaluating the biological, ecological, and economic impacts of pest introductions.