Biopesticides: a Green Approach Towards Agricultural Pests

Biopesticidal Potential of Indigenous Plant Extracts against Rice Weevil in Stored Wheat

“…Biopesticides, derived from natural sources such as microorganisms, plants, and their extracts, offer the promise of effective pest control while minimizing the negative environmental and health impacts associated with traditional chemical interventions (Rajamani and Negi, 2021;Ayilara et al, 2023). This shift towards biopesticides aligns with the broader goal of fostering sustainable agriculture, promoting ecological balance, and addressing the urgent need for environmentally friendly alternatives to combat pest-related challenges in grain storage and other agricultural practices (Fenibo et al, 2021(Fenibo et al, , 2022Guru et al, 2022;Hezakiel et al, 2023). The historical use of plant-derived materials for pest control traces back through centuries, reflecting traditional agricultural practices that harnessed the natural properties of various plants.…”

“…However, the prolonged and widespread use of chemical pesticides raises environmental and health concerns, as their residual effects can have detrimental consequences on ecosystems and human well-being (Bernardes et al, 2015;Ali et al, 2021;Tudi et al, 2021). The drawbacks associated with chemical pesticides highlight the need for alternative, sustainable approaches to pest management, prompting a shift towards eco-friendly solutions such as biopesticides in the quest for a more balanced and environmentally conscious agricultural practice (Romeh, 2018;Deguine et al, 2021;Rajamani and Negi, 2021;Hezakiel et al, 2023). In response to the limitations and drawbacks associated with chemical pesticides, there has been a growing global interest in exploring biopesticides as viable alternatives for pest management (Ayilara et al, 2023;Hezakiel et al, 2023).…”

“…The drawbacks associated with chemical pesticides highlight the need for alternative, sustainable approaches to pest management, prompting a shift towards eco-friendly solutions such as biopesticides in the quest for a more balanced and environmentally conscious agricultural practice (Romeh, 2018;Deguine et al, 2021;Rajamani and Negi, 2021;Hezakiel et al, 2023). In response to the limitations and drawbacks associated with chemical pesticides, there has been a growing global interest in exploring biopesticides as viable alternatives for pest management (Ayilara et al, 2023;Hezakiel et al, 2023). Biopesticides, derived from natural sources such as microorganisms, plants, and their extracts, offer the promise of effective pest control while minimizing the negative environmental and health impacts associated with traditional chemical interventions (Rajamani and Negi, 2021;Ayilara et al, 2023).…”

“…Within this paradigm, there is a growing emphasis on integrating plant-based solutions and other eco-friendly approaches to address challenges such as pest management (Deguine et al, 2021;Jaiswal et al, 2022;Dara et al, 2023). Harnessing the biopesticidal potential of plants aligns with this broader movement, as it offers a sustainable alternative that not only combats pests effectively but also contributes to a more environmentally conscious and ecologically sustainable agricultural system, echoing the principles of integrated pest management (Ansari et al, 2012;Okwute, 2012;Hezakiel et al, 2023). The utilization of plant extracts as biopesticides presents several advantages in pest management.…”