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Preferred term

Pest Control  

Type

  • Topical Descriptor

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Entry terms

  • Management, Pest
  • Pest Management

Note

  • general or unspecified; prefer specifics; coordinate with specific pest; WEED CONTROL is also available

Scope note

  • The reduction or regulation of the population of noxious, destructive, or dangerous plants, insects, or other animals. This includes control of plants that serve as habitats or food sources for animal pests.

History note

  • 76; was NON MESH before 1976

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http://www.yso.fi/onto/mesh/D010571

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