| Abstract |
Achatina fulica or Giant African Snail (GAS) is a species of large land snail
that belongs to the family Achatinidae. The GAS has been considered as a
significant cause in pest issues around the world because causing large
damages to farms, commercial plantations and domestic gardens. The natural
habitat for GAS is a tropical climate with warm, year round temperature and
high humidity. The average lifespan for GAS between three to five years, and
it can reach ten years. GAS preferred vascular plant as their food and the
infestation started at the end of the evening and stopped in mid-morning. In
Mukah Campus, GAS cause up to 90% damage to the plants. Due to this
problem, it is very important to control the population of GAS as it can reduce
the yield of production. Commonly, the methods to control the GAS is by using
the insecticide such as Malathion which contain chemical substance that
indirectly give harmful effects on human’s health and environment. As people
keep on using synthetic chemical substances, the environment accumulates
the residues and later become pollutants. Moreover, application of
insecticides also can give effect on the soil properties as well as cost
increment. Application of biopesticide is the best solution to overcome this
problem. Eco-Pest Buster (EPB) is a plant-based insecticide with 100%
concentration that made up from garlic and cayenne which is chemical free
and nontoxic. The main benefit of this product is zero toxic residues. This
product derived from plant-based material which is safer and does not affect
human’s health. Besides that, it is also eco-friendly where there is no fear of
environment pollution. Lastly, this product also more cost effective because
the material that are used is easy to get and it is low cost material. |