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International Journal Of Horticulture, Agriculture And Food Science(IJHAF)

Advancements in Entomological Research for Sustainable Agriculture

Dr. Chandrik Malakar


International Journal of Horticulture, Agriculture and Food science(IJHAF), Vol-9,Issue-3, July - September 2025, Pages 4-7, 10.22161/ijhaf.9.3.2

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Article Info: Received: 11 Jun 2025; Received in revised form: 08 Jul 2025; Accepted: 13 Jul 2025; Available online: 19 Jul 2025

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Insects play a dual role in agriculture, acting both as destructive pests and indispensable pollinators. As the global demand for food increases and environmental sustainability becomes paramount, entomology emerges as a vital discipline for addressing these intersecting challenges. This review explores recent advancements in agricultural entomology that are reshaping pest management and pollinator conservation. Key developments include the evolution of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) toward ecologically sound practices like RNA interference (RNAi) and intercropping, alongside the expansion of biological control using natural enemies such as Chrysoperla carnea and Trichogramma spp. Parallel to pest control, the conservation of pollinators—bees, butterflies, and hover flies—has gained urgency, with strategies like wildflower strips and diversified farming showing promise in enhancing ecosystem services. Precision technologies, including drones, GIS, and acoustic sensors, now enable real-time monitoring of insect activity, supporting informed decision-making at the farm level. Despite these advancements, challenges such as invasive species, pesticide resistance, and limited access to technology for smallholder farmers persist. Future directions call for scalable RNAi delivery systems, genetically enhanced biological control agents, global pollinator initiatives, and AI-integrated decision-support tools. This synthesis of current research highlights how entomology offers a roadmap for sustainable agriculture—bridging innovation with ecological balance and ensuring global food security in a rapidly changing world.

Entomology, Pollinators, Pest, Agriculture, Sustainability

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