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IPM in organic gardening is a holistic, multi-faceted approach to pest control. It focuses on long-term prevention using cultural practices (e.g., healthy soil, plant selection, proper spacing) and biological controls (beneficial insects). Monitoring pest levels is key. Intervention steps are taken only when necessary, starting with the least toxic methods (hand-picking, water sprays) and progressing to organic-approved sprays only if absolutely required. It aims for ecological balance rather than eradication.
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