Question

Botanical and Microbial Pesticides

28 Jan 2026
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Basis of DifferenceBotanical PesticidesMicrobial Pesticides
MeaningPesticides derived from plants or plant products used to control pestsPesticides that contain living microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, viruses, or protozoa
NatureBiochemical substances of plant originBiological agents consisting of living organisms or their by-products
Mode of ActionAct as repellents, antifeedants, growth inhibitors, or contact poisonsInfect, paralyze, or kill pests through disease-causing mechanisms
Target SpecificityGenerally broad-spectrum but safer than synthetic pesticidesHighly target-specific to __________ ______ ____ ___ ___.
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