Zararkunlar
Zararkunlar is a Turkish term used to describe organisms that cause damage or economic losses in agriculture, forestry, stored products, and animal production. They include a broad range of organisms that feed on crops, plant residues, or stored goods, as well as those that transmit diseases or reduce quality. Common categories are insects, mites, nematodes, fungi, bacteria, viruses, weeds, rodents, and birds. The concept focuses on organisms whose presence or activity results in measurable harm to production or storage.
In agricultural practice, zararkunlar are studied for their impact on yield, quality, and post-harvest losses. They
Management of zararkunlar typically relies on integrated pest management principles. This includes monitoring and scouting to
Effective handling of zararkunlar often requires region-specific knowledge of pest species, their life cycles, and local