Comparative Efficacy of Botanical and Synthetic Insecticides Against Lohita grandis: A Bio-Rational Approach to Pest Management
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https://doi.org/10.22376/ijlpr.v15i3.1996Keywords:
Lohita grandis, Botanical insecticides, Chemical insecticides, Pest management, Insect mortality, Integrated Pest Management (IPM)Abstract
Lohita grandis, a pest of economic importance, significantly affects agricultural productivity in many regions. This study evaluates the comparative efficacy of botanical and chemical insecticides in controlling L. grandis populations. Laboratory and field trials were conducted using Azadirachtin (neem extract), Piperine (black pepper extract), and synthetic insecticides including Imidacloprid and Cypermethrin. Parameters such as mortality rate, residual activity, and phytotoxicity were analyzed. Results indicate that while synthetic insecticides exhibit high initial mortality, botanical treatments offer sustainable control with minimal environmental impact. The study underscores the potential of integrating botanical pesticides in IPM programs for sustainable agriculture.
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