Integrated Bio-approaches for Tuber Crops Protection against Key-pests: A Sustainable Review

Abstract

The use of bio-pesticides and bio-control agents must be promoted in agriculture as they have no such toxic effect on the environment or the population. Application of organic pesticides, also known as biopesticides, is eco-friendlier and more sustainable, and has become essential because of the dangers associated with synthetic pesticides. Emerging tools, such as semiochemicals, plant-derived protective agents (PIPs), along with substances derived from plants and those of microbial origin, are increasingly contributing to pest management. This approach is complemented by advances in genetics of plants and animals, management through biological means, agricultural methods and the development of new synthetic options. In contrast to synthetic pesticide, microbial pesticides targets specific organisms, and are easily obtainable and have no lasting effect on the natural resources. In this review we investigate the various kind of bio-pesticides and bio-control agents that are used in tuber against its key pest without causing any harm to the environment.