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resistance

Term

The ability of an organism to live in the presence of environmental stress, pathogens or pests. Natural resistance of crops can be increased through breeding to reduce use of pesticides and irrigation. However, resistance acquired by weeds and insects can be a problem.

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Definition source publication

Agricultural Experiment Station, Kansas State University. A glossary of agriculture, environment, and sustainable development. United States.

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http://glossary.eea.europa.eu/EEAGlossary

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Agricultural Experiment Station, Kansas State University

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Long definition

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