The meteorologist has an important role in crop production where success depends upon a knowledge of the weather conditions.This is particularly so in controlling pests and diseases.The Entomologist will work out the detailed life histories of particular insects in relation to the manner of damage and method of control.The Mycologist again may be ready with a prescription for the control of fungi.But it has been brought to light from recent investigations that the periodicity and virulence of pests and diseases are intimately connected with the prevailing weather conditions.Thus the meteorolgist will be of immense help to these scientist with the forecast of weather conditions in advance to forear,m them with suitable methos of control.
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