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/ˌɪnfɛsˈteɪ̯ʃən/ · noun
The presence of a large number of pest organisms in an area or field, on the surface of a host or anything that might contact a host, or in the soil..
Guatemalan snowpea production has continually been harmed by insect and disease infestations.
You've probably heard about Beemageddon. Over the past few years, colony collapse disorder – thought to be brought on by a pernicious combination of overwork, bad weather, pesticides and infestations of parasitic varroa mites – has been threatening to wipe out honeybees all over the world, and with them many of our food crops.
A. The exterior of the premises and all structures thereon shall be kept free of all nuisances, unsanitary conditions and fire or safety hazards in the public areas and any of the foregoing shall be removed and abated promptly by the owner or manager. B. Without limiting the generality of Subsection A, the maintenance includes: . . . (3) Keeping the premises free of conditions conducive to infestation by vermin or insects, such as rodent harborages or stagnant water, and other known sources of infestation.
"We have done some targeted pest control, and it has made a huge difference. It's a serious topic. We looked at why there were so many power trips at Ladbroke Grove. And it was an infestation of birds."
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Infestation means The presence of a large number of pest organisms in an area or field, on the surface of a host or anything that might contact a host, or in the soil..
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Guatemalan snowpea production has continually been harmed by insect and disease infestations.
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