Sustainable Pest Management Practices: Harnessing Green Technologies is a comprehensive and forward-looking resource that addresses modern challenges in crop protection through eco-friendly and technology-driven approaches. The book presents a systematic understanding of sustainable pest management (SPM), emphasizing the balance between effective pest control and environmental conservation. It integrates principles of agroecology, biodiversity enhancement, and reduced reliance on chemical pesticides to promote long-term agricultural sustainability. Organized into five well-structured sections, the book covers foundational principles, innovative tools and techniques, the role of biomolecules, ecosystem-based pest management strategies, and non-chemical control methods. It highlights advanced interventions such as artificial intelligence, IoT, nanotechnology, and green technologies that are transforming pest management practices. The book also includes practical insights into managing pests across diverse cropping systems such as fruits, vegetables, plantation crops, and field crops. Case studies and research contributions from global experts make it both scientifically rich and application-oriented. Designed for students, researchers, policymakers, and practitioners, this book serves as an essential guide for developing sustainable, efficient, and environmentally responsible pest management strategies in modern agriculture.
