Integrated Pest Management (IPM) experts specialize in developing and implementing sustainable pest control strategies that minimize the use of chemical pesticides while effectively managing pest populations. IPM combines biological, cultural, mechanical, and chemical methods to control pests in a way that is both environmentally responsible and economically viable. These specialists work closely with farmers to monitor pest populations, identify pest species, and evaluate the best combination of control methods based on local conditions. By emphasizing prevention, early detection, and the use of natural predators or resistant crop varieties, IPM experts help reduce pest damage and lower the overall reliance on chemical interventions.
IPM experts educate farmers on maintaining healthy ecosystems that support pest management, such as promoting biodiversity and managing soil health. They also advise on the timing and application of any necessary chemical treatments to avoid resistance and non-target impacts. By integrating pest control strategies with overall farm management, these experts help increase crop yields while reducing environmental and health risks. As agriculture faces challenges like pest resistance, changing climate conditions, and increasing demand for sustainable practices, IPM experts are crucial in fostering agricultural systems that balance productivity with environmental stewardship. Furthermore, IPM experts stay up-to-date with the latest research and technological advancements, ensuring that farmers benefit from the most effective and innovative pest management solutions available.
Title : Development of Virginia mountain mint as a potential commercial crop in the southern USA
Srinivasa Rao Mentreddy, Alabama A&M University, United States
Title : Gas fermentation for bacterial single-cell protein (SCP) production as a fishmeal replacement in aquaculture feed
Maximilian Lackner, Lackner Ventures and Consulting GmbH, Austria
Title : Formulation of long-term mechanisation strategy for different agro-climatic zones/states in India
Krishan Kant Tyagi, ICAR-Indian Agricultural Statistics Research Institute, India
Title : Socioeconomic constraints in implementing integrated pest management (IPM) in crops and solutions for sustainability
Shashi Vemuri, Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University, India
Title : Effects of simulated elevated CO2 concentration and atmospheric temperature on quality formation of Lycium barbarum fruits
Bing Cao, Ningxia University, China
Title : Monitoring, threats and conservation strategies for plant biodiversity in Greek forest ecosystems
Alexandra D Solomou, Hellenic Agricultural Organization – Dimitra, Institute of Mediterranean Forest Ecosystems (IMFE), Greece