biopesticides
Biopesticides are biological control agents—including microorganisms, invertebrates, and natural substances—that target agricultural and horticultural pests without relying on synthetic chemicals. In plant science, biopesticides offer a sustainable approach to crop protection by reducing chemical inputs while maintaining yield and plant health. This approach is particularly significant as researchers seek environmentally compatible methods to manage pest populations while supporting ecosystem health and addressing concerns about pesticide resistance and long-term soil impacts.
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Agricultural waste contains natural pest-fighting compounds that could replace harmful chemical pesticides, reducing environmental damage while turning industrial byproducts into valuable crop protection resources.
Agro-industrial production generates large volumes of underutilized plant-based waste that currently poses significant management challenges
Plant-based agro-industrial byproducts contain high concentrations of bioactive molecules with antimicrobial and immune-eliciting properties extractable through green methods
Repurposing agro-industrial waste for biopesticides and bioelicitors supports circular economy implementation and builds more resilient agricultural systems