> Global crop losses because of invertebrate pests vary from year to year,
> but are typically in the order of 25 - 35% for wheat, cotton, maize, and
> rice. Prophylactic [preventive] use of chemical sprays has formed the main
> method to control invertebrate pests attacking grain crops as well as
> pastures.
Is that not just a loss of crop, not livestock?
Best wishes
Peter
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