1Krishna Institute of Science and Technology, Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth “Deemed to be University”, Karad, Satara - 415 539, Maharashtra, India, E-mail: rahulsonavale777@gmail.com
2Department of Crop Physiology, Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan (Deemed to be University), Bhubaneswar - 751 030, Odisha, India, E-mail: deepalidash@soa.ac.in
3Department of Entomology, College of Agriculture, Parul University, Vadodara - 391 760, Gujarat, India, E-mail: mukesh.laichattiwar91094@paruluniversity.ac.in
4Department of Pharmacology, Krishna Institute of Pharmacy, Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth “Deemed to be University”, Karad, Satara - 415 539, Maharashtra, India, E-mail: panchashilanirmale@gmail.com
Department of Agriculture, Noida International University, Greater Noida, Guatam Buddha Nagar - 201 310, Uttar Pradesh, India
*Corresponding authors' E-mail: archana.singh@niu.edu.in
Online published on 26 September, 2025.
Some investigations have indicated that plant secondary chemicals can assist to regulate insect count. For instance, terpenoids can disrupt insect hormone systems and certain flavonoids have been demonstrated to be effective in eradicating aphids. These molecules added to biopesticides have produced successful field trials demonstrating how well they can lower insect damage while having the least impact on species meant for protection.
Ecological balance, Environmental safety, Insect deterrence, Integrated pest management, Natural enemies, Pest management, Plant defense, Phytochemicals
