Respect for scientific common sense?Allowing the burning of pest and disease straw has sparked controversy
Introductory. Straw burning has always been a controversial issue. On the one hand, incineration can eliminate germs and insect eggs on the surface of straw, which is conducive to pest controlIncineration, on the other hand, produces air pollution that negatively affects the environment. In order to balance the two impacts, some places have begun to explore or implement policies that allow conditional straw burning. This article will focus on the scientific rationale for authorizing straw burning to control pests and diseases.
Benefits of burning straw to control pests.
Burning straw has certain benefits for pest control. According to China Environment News, burning kills germs and insect eggs on the surface of the straw. While incineration does not completely eliminate germs and eggs from the soil, experts recommend that the most infected straw can be used outside the field, reducing the risk of pest and disease transmission. In addition, when implementing conditional incineration policies in some places, it is also necessary to strictly control the time and intensity of incineration to minimize the negative impact on air quality.
Legislative measures to allow the burning of straw for pest control.
At present, Zhejiang, Guangxi, Changsha, Hengyang and other places in Hunan have explored or implemented policies that allow conditional straw burning. For example, the Regulations on the Prohibition of Open Burning of Straw and Comprehensive Utilization of Straw in Hezhou City stipulate that straw burning may be allowed to be burned to control pests and diseases during the period when straw burning is prohibited in full-time no-burning areas and time-limited no-burning areas. These legislative measures require that burned straw must be quarantined, and that burning should only be authorized if it is absolutely necessary. This also shows that the use of straw burning to control pests and diseases is being valued.
Scientific analysis of pest and disease stalk burning authorizations.
Incineration can effectively kill germs and insect eggs on the surface of straw, thereby reducing the occurrence of pests and diseases. Respecting scientific common sense means that policies should be based on facts, and there should be no blanket ban on straw burning, nor should it be left unchecked. Allowing conditional straw burning for pest control is a pragmatic measure that avoids excessive restrictions on straw burning and respects the role of straw burning in pest control.
Reflections and conclusions on authorizing the burning of pest and disease stalks.
Allowing the burning of straw affected by pests and diseases is a forward-looking and scientifically sound policy. Incineration can effectively kill germs and insect eggs on the surface of straw, thus helping to control pests and diseases. In addition, when implementing policies that allow incineration, the timing and intensity of incineration must be strictly controlled to minimize the negative impact on air quality. This policy takes into account both the interests of farmers and the need for environmental protection. Therefore, I believe that incineration can be used as an emergency measure to control pests. Of course, in the future, it is necessary to continue to strengthen research and exploration to find more scientific and sustainable straw treatment methods, improve the yield and quality of crops, and promote the sustainable development of agriculture.