GAP Pest & Disease Management Flashcards

Which of the following is a biological control method accepted under GAP pest management guidelines?

Answer: Releasing beneficial insects such as ladybugs to control aphids

Releasing beneficial insects is a biological control strategy that reduces pest populations with minimal environmental impact.

Under US GAP guidelines, restricted-use pesticides (RUPs) may only be purchased and applied by:

Answer: A certified pesticide applicator or someone under their direct supervision

Federal law requires that RUPs be purchased and applied only by certified applicators or supervised individuals.

What is the purpose of a buffer zone when applying pesticides near a water body on a GAP farm?

Answer: To prevent pesticide runoff and drift from contaminating the water source

Buffer zones reduce the risk of pesticide contamination of adjacent water bodies through runoff and spray drift.

Which scouting practice best supports GAP-compliant pest management decision-making?

Answer: Regularly walking fields and recording pest counts at defined sample points

Systematic scouting with documented counts at sample points provides the data needed to make evidence-based treatment decisions.

When storing pesticides on a GAP-certified farm, which condition is required?

Answer: Keep in a locked, well-ventilated, dedicated storage area away from food and water

GAP requires pesticides to be stored in a locked, ventilated facility separate from food, feed, and water sources to prevent contamination.

What action should a GAP farm take with an empty pesticide container before disposal?

Answer: Triple-rinse or pressure-rinse, puncture, and dispose according to label instructions

Triple-rinsing or pressure-rinsing removes residues, and puncturing prevents reuse; proper disposal follows label and local regulations.