STUDIES ON ROLE OF BIO-CONTROL STRATEGIES FOR VEGETABLE CROPS

Rajendra Singh*

ABSTRACT

Vegetable crops are crucial to the world's food security and are susceptible to a number of pests and illnesses that can significantly impair yields and quality. Traditional pesticide-based strategies have been widely employed to address these issues, but their abuse has led to worries about environmental pollution, risks to human health, and the emergence of pesticide resistance. In recent years, eco-friendly and sustainable methods for managing pests and diseases in vegetable crops have evolved, including biocontrol techniques. This study seeks to offer a thorough overview of the function of biocontrol techniques in the production of vegetable crops, covering the many types of biocontrol agents, their mechanisms of action, and their efficacy in managing pests and diseases. This paper also covers the difficulties and potential of biocontrol techniques in the development of sustainable vegetable crops.

Keywords: Insect pests, Vegetable crops, Biological Control, Eco-friendly management.