Despite widespread use of insecticides and herbicides,infestations of insects,plant pathogens,and weeds currently cause a loss of about
A)5% of potential agricultural production in the United States.
B)35% of potential agricultural production in the United States.
C)50% of potential agricultural production in the United States.
D)95% of potential agricultural production in the United States.

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Despite the widespread use of insecticides and herbicides, infestations of insects, plant pathogens, and weeds still result in significant losses in agricultural production. The correct estimate is that these issues cause about 35% loss of potential agricultural production in the United States. This highlights the ongoing challenge of managing pests and diseases in agriculture despite technological advances.

Despite Widespread Use of Insecticides and Herbicides,infestations of Insects,plant Pathogens,and