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CSEC Agricultural Science · May/June 2013 · Paper 2 · Question 8(b)(i)

A farmer practising monocropping of cabbage on a one-hectare plot experiences high weed infestation.

Suggest THREE different IPM measures (other than chemical) which Mr Singh could use to control the weeds and for EACH measure, explain how it will lead to a reduction in weed infestation.

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  1. 8(a)(i)Explain the concept of IPM.[2 marks]
  2. 8(a)(ii)State ONE advantage of IPM.[1 mark]
  3. 8(b)(ii)Suggest a cropping system, other than monocropping, that will lead to a reduction in weed infestation in Mr Singh's cabbage plot and briefly explain how it…[3 marks]

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