Skip to content
Research Article Open access CC BY 4.0

Enhancing Crop Protection and Yield through Precision Agriculture and Integrated Pest Management: A Comprehensive Review

Alhaji Alusine Kebe, Shumaila Hameed, Muhammad Sohail Farooq, Abu Sufyan, Muhammad Babar Malook, Sayed Awais, Muhammad Riaz, Muhammad Waseem, Usman Amjad, Nasir Abbas

Asian Journal of Research in Crop Science · pp. 443–453 · Published 17 Nov 2023

10.9734/ajrcs/2023/v8i4225

Abstract

The increasing global population has intensified the necessity for sustainable and efficient agricultural practices. One promising avenue for meeting this demand is the synergy between Precision Agriculture (PA) and Integrated Pest Management (IPM). This review paper aims to scrutinize the multifaceted relationship between PA and IPM in augmenting crop protection and yield. Utilizing a comprehensive analysis of existing literature, the study elucidates how cutting-edge technologies in PA, such as drone imaging and soil sensor networks, can be harmoniously integrated with IPM strategies. These encompass biological, chemical, and cultural tactics to manage pest populations and mitigate damage, thereby fostering an environment conducive to optimal crop growth. The review identifies that the confluence of PA and IPM not only enhances the efficiency of resource use but also mitigates the environmental footprint of agricultural activities. Moreover, we delve into case studies that demonstrate significant yield improvements and cost reductions, underscoring the economic viability of integrating PA and IPM. The findings highlight the transformative potential of marrying these two domains, suggesting that such integration could be a cornerstone in the future of sustainable agriculture. The paper concludes by outlining research gaps and proposing avenues for future studies, emphasizing the need for multi-disciplinary approaches to fully unlock the potential of this integration.

Agronomic crops crop protection integrated pest management (IPM) precision agriculture (PA) sustainable agriculture technological innovations

Cited by 21

Optimizing Crop Health with Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Technologies

Ghanwa Maryam, Naima Khan, Shafaque Sehar · Sustainable Development and Biodiversity · 2025

Emerging Pests and Disease Vectors

Prity Das, Rakesh Das, Manish Kumar Gautam · The Interplay of Pesticides and Climate Change · 2025

Emerging technologies for smart and sustainable precision agriculture

Mrutyunjay Padhiary, Avinash Kumar, Laxmi Narayan Sethi · Discover Robotics · 2025

Empowering Sustainable Agriculture Harnessing AI for Enhanced Yields, Resource Efficiency, and Eco-Friendly Farming Practices

Ankur Bhardwaj, Surendra Prakash Gupta · Advances in Computational Intelligence and Robotics · 2025

Environmental Impact and Sustainability

Imran, Jiyu Li · Smart Agriculture · 2025

The Potential Role of Precision Agriculture in Enhancing Sustainable Agriculture in Tanzania

Joseph Innocent Massawe, Gideon Sadikiel Mmbando · Advances in Agriculture · 2025

Vertical transmission of tomato viruses

· Advances in Virus Research · 2025

Application of Precision Agriculture Technologies for a sustainable future inAgriculture

Ramesh K. Sahni, Mahendra Sharma, Satya Prakash Kumar · International Journal of Agricultural Invention · 2025

Showing 15 of 21 known citations — external sources report more than can currently be individually listed.

Article metrics

Real usage data collected on this platform.

0

Page views

0

PDF downloads

0

Outbound clicks

21

Citations

Views by country

Approximate, from request IP at view time — not citizenship or institution. Countries with fewer than 5 views are grouped as "Other".

No views recorded yet.

Traffic sources

Referring site, by host.

No traffic recorded yet.

Views and downloads exclude known bots/crawlers. Citations combines this platform's own DOI-resolved index with each external source's own reported total — see Cited by above for individually listed citing works. Last refreshed 0 seconds ago.