Infiltration

The downward movement of water into soil. The higher the infiltration rate, the higher level of moisture in the soil for crops.

Insect-resistant crops

Plants with the ability to withstand, deter or repel insects and thereby prevent them from feeding on the plant. The traits (genes) determining resistance may be selected by plant breeders through cross-pollination with other varieties of this crop or through the introduction of novel genes.

Insecticide

A substance used to control certain populations of insect pests. In agriculture, insecticides are used to control insect pests that feed on crops or carry plant disease.

Invasive species

An alien species of animals, plants or pests that, when introduced, will likely produce harm to the environment and/or human health.