Push-pull strategy

Pronunciation
/PUSH-PULL STRAT-EH-JEE/
Category
Pest Management
Plural
Push-pull strategies

Definition

A pest management system that utilizes repellent and attractive stimuli to manipulate the distribution of pests away from crops.

Etymology

Example

The push-pull strategy uses repellent plants around maize fields to deter stemborer moths, while attractive trap crops lure them away from the main crop.

Related Terms

  • Push
  • Pull
  • Insect pest management

Usage Notes

The effectiveness of a push-pull strategy depends on the specific combination of repellent and attractive plants used, as well as the target pest species.