The Elusive Dream of Integrated Pest and Pollinator Management The concept of integrated pest and pollinator management (IPPM) has gained traction in recent years, promising to reconcile the opposing goals of controlling pests and protecting pollinators.
However, a closer look at the current state of affairs reveals that this idea remains an elusive dream, struggling to translate its compelling principles into effective practice.
The Problem with One Size Fits All Solutions IPPM's core assumption is that optimizing pest management without compromising pollination can yield both environmental and economic benefits.