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VOL. 10, ISSUE 4 (2025)
Major insect pest impact on cash crops in the semi-arid zone of Rajasthan: A review
Authors
Kiran Choudhary, Farhat Zabi, Chetana Suvalka, Manoj Joshi
Abstract
The semi-arid zone of Rajasthan is a
significant producer of cash crops, including cotton, Bajara, and mustard.
However, insect pests pose a substantial threat to the productivity and
profitability of these crops. This review aims to synthesizes the existing
literature on the impact of insect pests on cash crop yields in the semi-arid
zone of Rajasthan. The review highlights the major insect pests affecting cash
crops, including aphids, whiteflies, and Caterpillars. The impact of these
pests on crop yields, quality, and economic losses is discussed. The review
also examines the factors contributing to the severity of insect pest
infestations, including climate change, poor crop management practices, and
inadequate pest control measures. Furthermore, the review discusses the
integrated pest management strategies that have been successfully implemented
in the region to minimize yield losses and improve crop productivity. The
findings of this review highlight the need for sustained research and extension
efforts to develop and promote cultural, biological controls and chemical controls.
IPM strategies that are tailored to the specific needs of farmers in the
semi-arid zone of Rajasthan. This review endeavors to piece together all known
information about the insect pest that attack on crops.
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Pages:111-119
How to cite this article:
Kiran Choudhary, Farhat Zabi, Chetana Suvalka, Manoj Joshi "Major insect pest impact on cash crops in the semi-arid zone of Rajasthan: A review". International Journal of Entomology Research, Vol 10, Issue 4, 2025, Pages 111-119
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