Integrated Pest Management Of Field Crops

Insect pests, diseases, nematodes and weeds constitute major biotic stresses in crop production systems inflicting 15 to 25% or more yield losses. Adverse effects of pesticides can be countered through adoption integrated pest management (IPM), which emphasizes harmonious use safer environment friendly methods suppression. IPM works on the premise that all population levels are not injurious crops. It is a knowledge intensive decision based activity requires tools techniques for its execution. algorithm involves loss assessment, risk analysis, development surveillance forewarning methodology support integration tactics within framework Integrated Crop Management system. modules various field crops upon resistant cultivars, cultural, mechanical physical methods, natural enemies, biopesticides suppress without jeopardizing environment. Various organizations addressing issue plant health need converge mission mode disseminate throughout country. This review covers latest developments these areas with main reference India.