IPM stands for Integrated Pest Management.

• A. Integrated Pest Management
• B. Integrated Plant Management
• C. Intensive Pest Management
• D. Industrial Pest Management

Answer: (A)

Integrated Pest Management is a systematic approach that combines cultural, biological, physical, and chemical methods to manage pests in a way that minimizes risks to people, property, and the environment. It starts with accurate pest identification and regular monitoring, uses action thresholds to decide when intervention is needed, and prioritizes the least hazardous, most effective control options, used in combination and evaluated over time. The goal is to manage pest populations, not simply to eradicate every pest, while protecting beneficial organisms and ecosystem health.

Other phrases like Integrated Plant Management, Intensive Pest Management, or Industrial Pest Management don’t reflect the standard meaning of IPM. They either shift the focus away from pest management, imply an overly aggressive approach, or restrict it to industrial settings.