| Keyword | CPC | PCC | Volume | Score | Length of keyword |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| pest | 0.88 | 0.2 | 2163 | 91 | 4 |
Definition of pest. 1 : an epidemic disease associated with high mortality; specifically : plague. 2 : something resembling a pest in destructiveness; especially : a plant or animal detrimental to humans or human concerns (such as agriculture or livestock production) 3 : one that pesters or annoys : nuisance. —.
What are pests and what are they used for?Insects that harm us or our animals, destroy our foods, or damage our buildings, structures, or the materials we producein short, compete with humans in any wayare called pests. A pest can generally be defined as any animal, plant, or other organism whose biology, behavior, or location places it in direct conflict with humans.
What are the best ways to prevent pests?1 Try pest prevention first. 2 Do safely and correctly use pesticides. 3 Do dispose of leftover pesticides and pesticide containers properly. 4 Don't use outdoor chemicals indoors. 5 Don't assume that twice as much is better. 6 Don't transfer pesticides to other containers. 7 Additional resources.
Why are insects considered pests?When insects feed on plants that we as humans dont want them to, they become pests. Agricultural crops and horticultural plants are consumed by a number of different insects and are at risk from the time the seed is planted until the crop is harvested, stored, or consumed. When insects compete for the same foods as humans, we consider them pests.
