Which statement is true about turf grass pest management?

• A. A working knowledge of common pests is important to control them.
• B. Pest management relies only on pesticides.
• C. Insects are not a concern in turf management.
• D. Monitoring is unnecessary in pest control.

Answer: (A)

Understanding which pests commonly affect turfgrass and how they grow and spread is essential for effective control. That knowledge lets you identify problems quickly, choose appropriate actions, and apply pesticides only when necessary and at the right life stage and rate, which helps protect the turf and the environment. Turf pest management uses an integrated approach—scouting and monitoring, action thresholds, cultural and biological controls, with pesticides used selectively as a last resort—rather than relying on chemicals alone. Pests are a real concern in turf, and monitoring guides timely decisions, so having working knowledge of common pests is the best foundation for effective control.