Reducing Postharvest Loss of Stored Grains Using Plant-Based Biopesticides: A Review of Past Research Efforts by Getachew Bezabih, Neela Satheesh, Solomon Workneh Fanta, Melaku Wale, Minaleshewa Atlabachew

“…Alternative strategies focus on new forms of pesticides that are effective against a specific target species, have fewer residues in food, are unlikely to contaminate the environment, and have lower potential to produce resistance, are biodegradable, and are suitable for use in integrated pest management programs. Some natural plant products effectively meet these criteria and have the potential to manage insect pests of stored grains. …”
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FRUIT DAMAGES CAUSED BY BROWN MARMORATED STINK BUGS IN APPLES AND QUINCES by Attila Keseru, Flavia-Andreea Andrecan, Horia Alexandru Pop, Mihai Buta, Orsolya Borsai

“…These findings highlight the economic impact of H. halys on fruit production and emphasize the need for integrated pest management (IPM) strategies. Proposed measures include monitoring pest populations, deploying biological controls such as Trissolcus japonicus, and exploring RNA interference-based approaches to mitigate crop losses caused by this polyphagous pest.…”
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Soil mesofauna diversity in agricultural systems of Slovenia using the QBS index and its modifications by Vid Naglič, Nataša Šibanc, Tine Grebenc, Irena Bertoncelj

“…We compared diversity in arable fields under different tillage intensities, a strawberry field and an orchard, managed with either organic or integrated pest management methods (IPM). The results show significant differences in the mesofaunal communities in the soil. …”
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Molecular Mechanisms Underlying Resistance to <i>Bacillus thuringiensis</i> Cry Toxins in Lepidopteran Pests: An Updated Research Perspective by Deqin Hu, Dongmei Wang, Hongsheng Pan, Xiaoning Liu

“…Future research will further unravel the intricate molecular mechanisms underlying this phenomenon to develop scientifically sound integrated pest management strategies.…”
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Gender differences in banana productivity in Tanzania by Hildo Ladislaus Mrema, Razack Bakari Lokina, Onesmo Selejio

“…Additionally, the study advocates for the sustainable use of pesticides by adopting good agricultural practices like Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and using appropriate planting materials that are disease-resistant.…”
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Recent Advances in Biopesticide Research and Development with a Focus on Microbials [version 4; peer review: 3 approved, 1 approved with reservations] by Dennis Ndolo, Jing Ge, Debbie Muir, Lawrence Malinga, Kahsay Tadesse Mawcha

“…It discusses (i) the various microbial biopesticide formulations, (ii) the mode of microbial biopesticide action, (iii) the factors that affect the potential efficacy of biopesticides, (iv) challenges to the adoption of microbial biopesticides, and (v) the role of microbial biopesticides in Integrated Pest Management programs. Finally, advancements in application techniques, as well as future research directions and gaps, are highlighted.…”
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Diversity of Hymenoptera in Indonesian Rice Agroecosystems: A Systematic Review of Species Composition and Ecological Roles by Zahlul Ikhsan

“…This systematic review aims to assess the diversity and ecological functions of Hymenoptera in Indonesian rice agroecosystems, evaluate their contributions to natural pest suppression, and examine how various management practices, including organic farming and Integrated Pest Management (IPM), affect Hymenoptera populations. …”
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Drivers and barriers to adoption of regenerative agriculture: cases studies on lessons learned from organic by Shawna Lemke, Nathan Smith, Christian Thiim, Katie Stump

“…These growers adopted similar practices (e.g., integrated pest management) for environmental benefits across conventional and organic acres, and viewed consumer demand and potential profitability rather than environmental benefits as the main drivers for practising organic. …”
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Rachel Carson’s enduring call: a 60-year echo for harmony with nature by Olcay Ünver, Gavrielle Orman, Kiril Hristovski

“…This article delves into the core principles of integrated pest management (IPM) and biopesticides, offering alternatives to traditional chemical insecticides. …”
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Assessing the Factors Affecting the Adoption of Organic Farming Practices in Banana Cropping System in Kamwenge District. by Tukasingura, Francis

“…Key findings indicated that crop rotation and cover cropping were the most prevalent practices, while compost application and Integrated Pest Management were less commonly adopted. The analysis revealed that male-headed households were more likely to apply compost and mulching compared to female-headed households. …”
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Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria for Biocontrol of Tomato Bacterial Wilt Caused by Ralstonia solanacearum by Habtamu Mekonnen, Mulugeta Kibret, Fassil Assefa

“…Biological control with rhizobacteria is one of the efficient components of integrated pest management methods used to control the disease and enhance production. …”
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Nanoformulation: An efficient approach to natural insect repellent formulations by Mehrin Najafzadeh Nansa, Farzaneh Jokarshoorijeh, Nasibeh Tavakoli Hasanaklou, Ramin Hosseni, Massomeh Ghorbanloo, leila Mamani

“…In integrated pest management systems, the usage of repellents has a lot of unrealized potential. …”
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Possibility of using the botanical insecticide azadirachtin and synthetic and semi-synthetic insecticides to control Helicoverpa armigera in sweet pepper by Tamaš Nenad D., Sretenović Marko Ž., Miletić Novica M.

“…Azadirachtin could gain a significant place as a botanical insecticide in integrated pest management programs for sweet pepper protection from H. armigera. …”
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Insects Induced Mango Fruit Rot: Unraveling the Culprits by Sivagami Subramaniam, Noor Aisyah Md Noordin, Noor Azrizal-Wahid, Nur Ain Izzati Mohd Zainudin

“…This review will provide information about fruit rot diseases on mangoes caused by insects, the mechanism of infection, the interaction between insect damage and fungal infections, effective control methods, and related integrated pest management approaches.…”
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Role of tomato plant-derived food sources on Dolichogenidea gelechiidivoris, parasitic wasp of Tuta absoluta by Angeliki Syropoulou, Joel González-Cabrera, Judit Arnó, Pablo Urbaneja-Bernat

“…These findings highlight honeydew as a potential food source in integrated pest management (IPM) strategies. Further research is recommended to explore the specific chemical composition of tomato plant guttation and its broader effects on beneficial insects in tomato systems.…”
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Smallholder farmers’ knowledge on management of Cinchona in the Democratic Republic of the Congo by Bezawit Mekonnen, Landry Cizungu, Julio Alegre, Haben Blondeel, Emiel De Lombaerde, Hans Verbeeck, Luc Duchateau, Eddie Schrevens, Kris Verheyen, Pascal Boeckx, Pieter De Frenne

“…Conclusion – To sustainably increase the productivity of Cinchona in the DRC, smallholder farmers should be given appropriate training to empower them to carry out their own in vitro propagation and apply integrated soil fertility management and integrated pest management. Our results provide information on current cultivation of Cinchona in the DRC, which may become more important given the rising resistance of the malaria parasite against other medicines.…”
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Transcriptome Analysis of Cryptolestes ferrugineus under Low-temperature Stress by WU Tian-yi, WU Yi, FANG Zhi-yi, ZHANG Xiao-pei, WANG Fu-ling, XUE Ding-rong

“…This study offers preliminary insights into the molecular mechanisms of C. ferrugineus adaptation to low-temperature stress, forming a foundation for applying low-temperature grain storage technology in integrated pest management strategies.…”
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Investigating the effect of plasma activated water on entomopathogenic nematodes under laboratory conditions by Pratik Doshi, Matej Klas, Stanislav Kyzek, Anna Zahoranová, Božena Šerá

“…The possibility of combined treatments in the context of integrated pest management is presented and discussed.…”
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Microbial pesticides: a bibliometric analysis of global research trends (1973–2024) by Weerachon Sawangproh, Paiphan Paejaroen, Lutfi Afifah, Chetsada Phaenark

“…Conclusion The findings reflect an increasing recognition of microbial pesticides in integrated pest management, aligning with global trends toward sustainable agricultural practices and food safety by reducing reliance on chemical pesticides. …”
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Important alien and potential native invasive insect pests of key fruit trees in Sub-Saharan Africa: advances in sustainable pre- and post-harvest management approaches by Shepard Ndlela, Saliou Niassy, Samira A. Mohamed

“…Prospects for enhanced future research are wide, and efforts are currently being channeled to Area-Wide-Integrated Pest Management in a bottom-up approach with stakeholders owning the process. …”
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