Step 1: Understanding the Question:
This question tests knowledge of pest management methods.
Step 2: Detailed Explanation:
Cultural methods are agronomic practices that reduce pest incidence.
Tillage (A): A cultural method.
Light trap (B): A mechanical method, not cultural.
Resistant variety (C): A genetic method (host plant resistance).
Pruning and thinning (D): Cultural methods.
Thus, resistant variety is NOT a cultural method.
Step 3: Final Answer:
Thus, resistant variety is NOT a cultural method, which corresponds to option (C).
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