Cultivation and mowing of weeds are examples of cultural control methods.

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Not sure
• D. Somewhat

Answer: (A)

Cultural control methods are actions that change the crop environment to reduce pest pressure. Cultivation and mowing fit this category because they involve managing the crop environment to suppress weeds rather than applying pesticides or introducing biological agents. Tillage disturbs the soil, uproots and kills young weeds, and reduces weed emergence and the soil seedbank. Mowing cuts down weed growth and prevents many species from setting seed, which lowers future weed pressure and competition with the crop. Both are deliberate farming practices aimed at reducing weed problems, often used alongside other cultural strategies to manage pests without chemicals. So the statement is true.