Question

Which of the following can be controlled by using biopesticides?

• A. Insects
• B. Diseases
• C. Weeds
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is D All of the above

Biopesticides are biochemical pesticides that are naturally occurring substances that control pests by nontoxic mechanisms. It is made up of living organisms or its product to manage the pests that are injurious to plants. They pose less threat to the environment and humans. The most commonly used biopesticides are living organisms, which are pathogenic to the pest of interest. These include biofungicides (Trichoderma), bioherbicides (Phytopthora) and bioinsecticides (Bacillus thuringiensis).

Thus, the correct answer is option D.