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Cereal crops play a pivotal role in global food systems, yet they are highly vulnerable to damage caused by insect pests. Conventional reliance on synthetic pesticides has led to numerous ecological and health-related concerns, including pest resistance, biodiversity loss and chemical residues in food and water. In response, botanical insecticides have gained attention for their eco-friendly properties and efficacy in pest suppression. This chapter explores the historical development, active ingredients and mechanisms of action of botanicals such as neem, pyrethrum, nicotine, rotenone, sabadilla, ryania and others. Emphasis is placed on their roles in pest management strategies for cereal crops. The chapter also evaluates challenges such as formulation stability, regulatory constraints and commercialization barriers, alongside opportunities for integration within sustainable agricultural practices. Botanical insecticides, with their biodegradable and target-specific nature, offer a viable component of integrated pest management systems for ensuring safer cereal production.
Botanical insecticides, Plant-based pesticides, Azadirachtin, Pyrethrum, Phytochemicals, Antifeedants, Repellents, Cereal crops, Sustainable agriculture, Integrated pest management (IPM)
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