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What is Integrated Pest Management (IPM)?
Purpose: To manage pests with the least possible impact on people, property, and the environment. Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is a pest management system that uses all suitable techniques in a total management system, to prevent pests from reaching unacceptable levels, or to reduce existing pest populations to acceptable levels.