Innovative Approaches for Sustainable Greenhouse Pest Management: Integrating Advanced Diagnostics and Preventive Strategies for Optimal Crop Health
Anil Varma Nalla *
National Seed Research and Training Centre, Varanasi, India.
K Kumar
Department of Agricultural Entomology, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru College of Agriculture & Research Institute, Karaikal, India.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
Sustainable greenhouse pest management is critical for achieving good crop yields while reducing environmental impact. This paper investigates novel ways that incorporate improved diagnostic tools and preventive tactics into the framework of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) in greenhouse ecosystem. Understanding pest life cycles and utilizing cutting-edge tools such as DNA barcoding and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISA) might help greenhouse managers achieve precise pest diagnosis and early responses. Preventive measures, such as tight cleanliness protocols, quarantine techniques, and the use of physical barriers, are critical in lowering pest incidence. Furthermore, biological controls, cultural methods such as crop rotation and intercropping, and the selective use of insecticides and biopesticides collectively help to ensure long-term pest management. This complete approach not only reduces insect damage but also creates a healthier, more resilient agricultural ecology. Furthermore, traditional diagnostic and preventive measures were also discussed in the article. The and recommendations are validated by recent studies and data, demonstrating the success of these integrated tactics in modern greenhouse operations.
Keywords: Advanced diagnostic techniques, greenhouse pest management, pest life cycles