Which of the following strategies can reduce the implementing of pesticides?

Using pest-resistant crops and implementing crop rotation are effective strategies for reducing reliance on pesticides. Pest-resistant crops have been genetically modified or selectively bred to withstand pest damage, thus minimizing the need for chemical interventions. This reduces overall pesticide use by making it less likely that pests will reach damaging thresholds.

Crop rotation further contributes to this strategy by disrupting pest life cycles and reducing the accumulation of soil-borne pathogens and pests that can occur when the same crop is grown in the same location year after year. By alternating crops, farmers can create an environment where pests are less likely to thrive, as the pests may not have their preferred hosts available.

This combination of pest-resistant varieties and strategic planting practices enhances sustainable agricultural practices, leading to healthier crops and environments while reducing chemical inputs in farming.