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What are bio-pesticides? Why they are considered better than synthetic pesticides?

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Bio-pesticides are biologycally based agents used for the control of plant pests. They are in high use due to their non-toxic, cheaper and ecofriendly characteristics as compared to chemical or synthetic pesticides.
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