Identification. Detecting the presence of a pest and identifying it to species. Closely related species may be very similar in appearance, but have significantly different pest potential.
Quantification. Sampling to measure population density. How is population density changing with time?
Determination. Finding out where the population stands relative to economic injury levels. How much more growth potential is left in the population?
Specification. What type of control is warranted? What tools or resources are needed to implement a control operation?
Application. Taking whatever steps are necessary to suppress the pest population.
Evaluation. Confirm efficacy of control tactics by resampling. Re-evaluate the situation and take appropriate actions if needed.
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