hyönteistuhon
Hyönteistuhon is a Finnish term that translates to "insect damage" or "insect pest" in English. It refers to the harm caused by insects to plants, crops, stored products, or even structures and health. This damage can manifest in various ways, including direct consumption of plant tissues, disease transmission, or by weakening plants and making them susceptible to other threats.
Common examples of hyönteistuhon in agriculture include defoliation by caterpillars, sap-sucking by aphids, and root damage
Managing hyönteistuhon typically involves a combination of strategies. These can include cultural practices such as crop