ADVANCING INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT (IPM) STRATEGIES TO MINIMIZE PESTICIDE DEPENDENCY: SUSTAINABLE APPROACHES FOR ENHANCING CROP PROTECTION AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH

Abstract

Modern farming systems rely more on IPM because it effectively replaces standard chemical pesticide practices to help agriculture be less harmful to Earth. The study evaluated whether IPM systems successfully decrease pesticide consumption with no repercussions to crop yield or quality. Fifty farmers from three zones took part in research as they blended conventional equipment with cultural techniques and biological control practices. Scientists gathered data over a year to assess pesticide usage amounts combined with insect counts and crop performance results. The IPM method improved pest control methods while producing 10-15% higher harvests and lowering pesticide use by 35%. Farmers support IPM as a dependable and effective system yet small-scale farmers confront spending obstacles that slow wide adoption. The research shows IPM creates an effective and environment-friendly solution that can replace pesticide-based farming in agriculture with many benefits for both farmers and nature. The research shows that integrated pest management offers major benefits for crop protection and reduces pesticide usage in farms. The research shows IPM methods help farms produce better crops with higher yields while using less farming methods that hurt the planet. Integrated pest management helps farmers solve insect problems in modern farming operations effectively with fewer pesticides. Introducing IPM requires spending on biological controls plus equipment and training but long-term health and environmental benefits outweigh the startup costs. Specialists in IPM find its farming practices welcome due to their willingness to use resources and training. Our research shows farmers need regulatory support to use IPM planting methods on their full range of produce. IPM maintains crops in a sustainable way to reduce pesticide usage increase farming success and preserve nature.