Bitter Melon Novel Bioformulation “Thar Jaivik 41 EC”: Characterization and Bio-Efficacy Assessment as a Biopesticide on Horticulture Crops

Citrullus colocynthis L. is a wild watermelon, commonly named bitter melon or apple, that naturally grows in arid regions of India among other hot areas the world. Its non-edible fruits contain certain phytochemicals therapeutic and nutraceutical value. The effectiveness biopesticide formulations are known to possess insecticidal properties was tested. This first botanical pesticide formulation developed from C. colocynthis, “Thar Jaivik 41 EC”. seed were identified using GC-MS/MS, total 59 constituents identified, which seven have significant properties: n-hexadecanoic acid; octadecanoic dotriacontance; 9, 12-octadecadienoic acid (Z,Z); (Z,Z)-, methyl ester; 6-octadecenoic acid, hexatriacontane. Among different levels tested concentrations, EC” found most effective at 3 mL L−1 for managing various insect pests such as pod borer (Helicoverpa armigera) aphid (Toxoptera citricida) through repellent, deterrent, antifeeding action by causing respiration abnormalities. Moreover, it caused least harm natural enemies coccinellids this concentration. phytotoxicity response on crops revealed highly safe plants, showing no toxicity symptoms when applied higher doses than recommended one (3 L−1). Integration agriculture would help safeguard farmers’ benefits, reduced pest levels, improved food safety quality products, allow them fetch prices, well provide intangible benefits consumers environment.