What is Biocontrol and is it safe?

What is Biocontrol? Biological control is a method of controlling pests (including insects, mites, weeds, and plant diseases) using other living organisms.  It relies on predation, parasitism, and herbivory, or other natural mechanisms, but typically also involves an active human management role. It can be an important component of integrated pest management (IPM) programs.  Importation (or “classical biological […]