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Sharma, Debi, P. N. Krishna Moorthy, and A. Krishnamoorthy. "Comparative Study of Pesticide Residue Pattern in Vegetables Grown Using IPM and Non-IPM Practices." Journal of Horticultural Sciences 4, no. 2 (2009): 191–94. http://dx.doi.org/10.24154/jhs.v4i2.545.

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Pesticide residue persistence pattern in three vegetable crops, viz., tomato, cabbage and cauliflower, cultivated following previously developed pesticide residue-free IPM packages, was compared with a crop cultivated under conventional or non - IPM conditions. It was observed that vegetables grown as per IPM practices were safer to consume at harvest compared to those grown as per conventional cultivation practices, with chemical control as the sole means of plant protection. Pesticide residues, if present, were mostly in trace amounts (< 0.01 ppm) in vegetables grown as per IPM practices,

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Bharat, Rathore. "Avoiding Pesticides in Agriculture: Strategies and Benefits." International Educational Applied Research Journal 08, no. 07 (2024): 27–32. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.13371923.

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The use of pesticides in agriculture has been a common practice aimed at protecting crops from pests, diseases, and weeds. However, increasing concerns about the environmental and health impacts of chemical pesticide use have prompted a reassessment of agricultural practices. This paper explores the rationale for avoiding pesticides in agriculture, presents sustainable alternatives, and highlights the benefits of adopting a pesticide-free approach.

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Wallace, Victoria H., Candace Bartholomew, and Julie H. Campbell. "Turf Manager Response to Changing Pesticide Regulations." HortScience 51, no. 4 (2016): 394–97. http://dx.doi.org/10.21273/hortsci.51.4.394.

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A mail survey was distributed to school turfgrass managers throughout Connecticut focusing on the differences between turfgrass management practices for kindergarten through eighth-grade (K-8) school grounds before, during, and after a 2010 ban on pesticide use at these facilities. The results indicate that as turf care protocol transitioned from an integrated pest management (IPM) program to new pesticide-free regulatory requirements, school grounds/athletic field managers did not significantly adjust their management programs. The percentage of managers applying pesticides on K-8 grounds dec

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Tomis, Sara M., Benjamin L. Campbell, Jason J. Henderson, Alyssa J. Siegel-Miles, and Victoria H. Wallace. "Impacts of the 2010 Connecticut School Grounds Pesticide Ban a Decade Later: Part 1. Grounds Maintenance Changes." HortTechnology 35, no. 3 (2025): 267–73. https://doi.org/10.21273/horttech05587-24.

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The use of pesticides on school properties continues to come under scrutiny considering health risks to members of school communities. Legislation in the state of Connecticut in 2010 prohibited the use of pesticide products registered with the Environmental Protection Agency on school grounds. Ten years later, this research seeks to explore the impact of pesticide-free legislation on maintenance of school landscapes and athletic fields. A survey was disseminated to municipal and school representatives in Connecticut. This is part one of a three-part series that documents grounds maintenance ch

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Abaineh, Abebaw, Dessalegn Ejigu, Minaleshewa Atlabachew, Eshete Dejen, and Gashaw Tilahun. "Knowledge, attitude and practices of farmers and experts about the effects of pesticide residues on agricultural product users and ecosystems: A case of Fogera District, Ethiopia." PLOS ONE 18, no. 12 (2023): e0292838. http://dx.doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0292838.

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Pesticides are chemicals used to control different types of pests. Though pesticides played a role in improving the quantity and quality of production, they have been threatening ecosystems and posed effects on humans in different parts of the world. Unfortunately, there were no studies made about the effects of pesticide residues on ecosystems and consumers in the Fogera District of Amhara Region, Ethiopia. Hence, the main objective of this study was to understand the knowledge, attitude, and practices of respondents about the effects of pesticide residues on ecosystems and consumers. A cross

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Tomis, Sara M., Benjamin L. Campbell, Jason J. Henderson, and Victoria H. Wallace. "Impacts of the 2010 Connecticut School Grounds Pesticide Ban a Decade Later: Part 2. Grounds Quality." HortTechnology 35, no. 3 (2025): 274–80. https://doi.org/10.21273/horttech05588-24.

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Ten years after the Connecticut school pesticide ban, the inability to apply Environmental Protection Agency-registered pesticides on school grounds has altered the management of athletic fields and landscapes. This is part two of a three-part series that documents grounds maintenance changes, grounds quality, and potential transitions to synthetic turf 10 years following this ban. To explore the 10-year impact of the 2010 pesticide ban on quality perceptions and management budgets of school grounds properties, a survey was distributed in 2021 to Connecticut school grounds managers. The result

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Lacotte, Virginie, Toan NGuyen, Javier Diaz Sempere, et al. "Pesticide-Free Robotic Control of Aphids as Crop Pests." AgriEngineering 4, no. 4 (2022): 903–21. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/agriengineering4040058.

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Because our civilization has relied on pesticides to fight weeds, insects, and diseases since antiquity, the use of these chemicals has become natural and exclusive. Unfortunately, the use of pesticides has progressively had alarming effects on water quality, biodiversity, and human health. This paper proposes to improve farming practices by replacing pesticides with a laser-based robotic approach. This study focused on the neutralization of aphids, as they are among the most harmful pests for crops and complex to control. With the help of deep learning, we developed a mobile robot that spans

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Thapa, Bikesh, Suraj Bharati, and Dharamaraj Katuwal. "Socio-Economic Issues on Pesticide Use." Journal of the Institute of Agriculture and Animal Science 38, no. 1 (2024): 77–85. https://doi.org/10.3126/jiaas.v38i1.73086.

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The intensification and globalization of agriculture, particularly with the advent of the Green Revolution in the 1960s, led to the widespread use of synthetic chemicals, which became an integral part of farming systems. However, the extensive use of pesticides has been criticized for its negative impacts on the environment, human health, beneficial insects, and the ecosystem as a whole. In many cases, the drawbacks of pesticide use may outweigh its benefits. The challenges associated with efficient pesticide management are not solely technical or financial; moral concerns, public perception,

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S, Shamshalniha, and Anbu N. "ANALYSIS OF CHEMICAL CONTAMINANTS IN SEVVIYADHI CHOORANAM." International Journal of Research in Ayurveda and Pharmacy 14, no. 5 (2023): 22–26. http://dx.doi.org/10.7897/2277-4343.1405139.

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Aim: The aim of the study was to analyze the chemical contaminants such as heavy metals, aflatoxins and pesticide residues in Siddha polyherbal formulation Sevviyadhi Chooranam, in powder form is indicated for the treatment and management of Sinusitis. Materials and Methods: Sevviyadhi Chooranam, the Siddha polyherbal formulation was prepared as per GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) guidelines. The formulation was analyzed for heavy metals such as mercury, arsenic, lead and cadmium, aflatoxins such as aflatoxin B1, B2, G1, G2 and pesticide residues such as organochlorine pesticides, organopho

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Petelos, Elena, Danai Antonaki, Erasmia Angelaki, Christos Lemonakis, and Garefalakis Alexandros. "Enhancing Public Health and SDG 3 Through Sustainable Agriculture and Tourism." Sustainability 17, no. 14 (2025): 6253. https://doi.org/10.3390/su17146253.

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This study explores how private sector initiatives within the tourism industry can contribute to public health outcomes and Sustainable Development Goal 3 (SDG 3) through sustainable agricultural practices. Using a mixed-methods approach that combines a systematic literature review with an in-depth case study, the research examines how integrated strategies—such as pesticide-free farming, biodiversity enhancement, and edible landscape design—can reduce environmental health risks, improve nutritional quality, and promote local resilience. A series of sustainability interventions are analyzed us

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Pandey, K. K., and R. M. Rai. "Development and evaluation of different integrated disease management modules for the cost-effective control of fungal diseases of tomato." Vegetable Science 50, no. 02 (2023): 365–70. http://dx.doi.org/10.61180/vegsci.2023.v50.i2.15.

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Tomato is one of the most popular vegetable crops nationally and internationally used by human beings either cooked and uncooked in various forms including processed products. Various types of diseases are affecting the crop ate starting from its nursery to post-harvesting. Among these, the majority of the diseases are caused by different genera of fungi. Soil-borne fungal diseases are most difficult for manage once the diseases appear in standing tomato crops. A field experiment was conducted by synthesizing different management modules to find the most economical, sustainable and eco-friendl

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Chouinard, Gérald, Francine Pelletier, and Charles Vincent. "Pest Activity and Protection Practices: Four Decades of Transformation in Quebec Apple Orchards." Insects 12, no. 3 (2021): 197. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/insects12030197.

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A group of commercial orchards from Quebec (Canada) was followed from 1977 to 2019 as part of a project to implement Integrated Pest Management (IPM) practices. Collected data comprised activity of major fruit pests (from monitoring traps), fruit damage at harvest and pesticide applications, from which the annual costs and impacts of protection programs over 42 years were calculated. Activity and fruit damage in commercial orchards were compared to patterns observed in a reference insecticide-free orchard. Some insects (European apple sawfly, codling moth, apple maggot) were more prevalent in

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Légère, Anne, Steven J. Shirtliffe, Anne Vanasse, and Robert H. Gulden. "Extreme Grain-Based Cropping Systems: When Herbicide-Free Weed Management Meets Conservation Tillage in Northern Climates." Weed Technology 27, no. 1 (2013): 204–11. http://dx.doi.org/10.1614/wt-d-12-00074.1.

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The challenges associated with the adoption of conservation tillage and/or low-input cropping systems, whether organic or herbicide-free, across Canada are shaped by scale, environment, and local practices. A study in eastern Canada captured the challenges of introducing low-input cropping systems in mature (20+ yr) tillage treatments in a barley/red clover/corn/soybean rotation. Each mature tillage system came with its own weed problems, but this did not affect crops such as barley and red clover, which produced similar yields across high and low input systems. However, some form of primary t

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Varlamoff, S., W. J. Florkowski, J. L. Jordan, J. Latimer, and K. Braman. "Georgia Homeowner Survey of Landscape Management Practices." HortTechnology 11, no. 2 (2001): 326–31. http://dx.doi.org/10.21273/horttech.11.2.326.

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A survey of Georgia homeowners provided insights about their use of fertilizers and pesticides. Knowledge of current homeowner practices is needed to develop a best management practices manual to be used by Master Gardeners to train the general public through the existing outreach programs. The objective of the training program is to reduce nutrient runoff and garden chemicals and improve the quality of surface water in urban water-sheds. Results showed three of four homeowners did their own landscaping and, therefore, fully controlled the amount of applied chemicals and the area of applicatio

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Skubic, Maruša, Helena Baša Česnik, Špela Velikonja Bolta, Denis Rusjan, and Helena Šircelj. "Is Common Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale agg.) Foraged for Food in Vineyards Pesticide Residues Free?" Foods 14, no. 4 (2025): 684. https://doi.org/10.3390/foods14040684.

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Consumption of common dandelion (Taraxacum officinale agg.) can pose a risk when foraged in agroecosystems like vineyards where pesticides are frequently used. The aims of our study are to evaluate whether dandelion foraged in vineyards with different management practices (integrated pest management, organic, and biodynamic) in spring is suitable for consumption and to assess whether the contents of selected pesticide residues (PR) in integrated vineyards in dandelion vary throughout the seasons. Young dandelion leaves were sampled in spring, summer, and autumn in integrated vineyards, while i

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Horgan, Finbarr G., Quynh Vu, Enrique A. Mundaca, et al. "Escaping the Lock-in to Pesticide Use: Do Vietnamese Farmers Respond to Flower Strips as a Restoration Practice or Pest Management Action?" Sustainability 15, no. 16 (2023): 12508. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/su151612508.

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Ecological engineering using linear flower strips is proposed as an alternative to insecticide-based rice pest management. However, its success depends on farmers’ appreciations of related interventions as part of an ecosystem restoration process. We examined agronomic and pest management responses to flower strips among 305 farmers surveyed at 12 villages in the Mekong Delta Region (MDR) of Vietnam. Practices by conventional farmers at the same villages were used as a baseline. The ecological engineering farmers mainly integrated flower strips with pest management practices by reducing insect

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Eze, SC, and BC Echezona. "Agricultural pest control programmes, food security and safety." African Journal of Food, Agriculture, Nutrition and Development 12, no. 53 (2012): 6582–92. http://dx.doi.org/10.18697/ajfand.53.10385.

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Agricultural pest management control strategies are primarily concerned with food security and safety. Popular pest control methods include application of synthetic pesticides, biopesticides (plant extracts), non-chemical pest management and integrated pest management (IPM). The resistance of some of the pests to the chemical pesticides, coupled with potential health hazards on the environment gave birth to a search for botanicals as alternatives to synthetic pesticides. Botanicals as biopesticides were, though effective but their shelf lives and specific actions on the target organisms have n

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Zhou, Xien, Daozong Sun, Xiuyun Xue, Bing Xiahou, Qiufang Dai, and Shuran Song. "A Novel Approach to Enhancing Pesticide Spraying Effectiveness on Citrus Leaves: Adjusting Soil Moisture Content to Improve Leaf Wettability." Agronomy 14, no. 12 (2024): 3065. https://doi.org/10.3390/agronomy14123065.

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To reduce the amount of pesticides in the environment, it is necessary to consider the wettability properties of pesticide droplets on the leaf surface to improve the spraying effect. The wettability properties of the droplet on the leaf surface are related not only to the properties of the liquid itself but also to the properties of the leaf surface. It is typically believed that leaf surface properties are difficult to control, and thus research has generally ignored this aspect of pesticide use. However, in the field environment, the structure and properties of the leaf surface can be alter

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Brown, Joel S., and K. Stankova. "Game theory as a conceptual framework for managing insect pests." Current Opinion in Insect Science 21 (May 18, 2017): 26–32. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.3552765.

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For over 100 years it has been recognized that insect pests evolve resistance to chemical pesticides. More recently, managers have advocated restrained use of pesticides, crop rotation, the use of multiple pesticides, and pesticide-free sanctuaries as resistance management practices. Game theory provides a conceptual framework for combining the resistance strategies of the insects and the control strategies of the pest manager into a unified conceptual and modelling framework. Game theory can contrast an ecologically enlightened application of pesticides with an evolutionarily enlightened one.

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Marble, S. Christopher, Andrew K. Koeser, and Gitta Hasing. "A Review of Weed Control Practices in Landscape Planting Beds: Part I–Nonchemical Weed Control Methods." HortScience 50, no. 6 (2015): 851–56. http://dx.doi.org/10.21273/hortsci.50.6.851.

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Weed control continues to be one of the most expensive and time consuming aspects of landscape maintenance. Many homeowners are becoming more interested in nonchemical pest-management strategies due to increasing concern over the environmental impact of pesticide use. Nonchemical landscape weed control can be achieved using mechanical disruption (e.g., mowing, hand-pulling, hoeing, and tilling), physical barriers, or cultural control methods (e.g., mulching and plant selection). However, the best results are almost always achieved when employing a variety of methods (often involving chemical c

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Shi, Jianzheng, and Ruiwu Li. "Case study: Sowing Seeds of Sustainability: A Case Study on Singrass's Indoor Smart Eco Farm." Eximia 11 (August 2, 2023): 264–70. http://dx.doi.org/10.47577/eximia.v11i1.304.

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This case study explores the innovative approach of Singrass, an indoor smart eco farm based in Singapore, in revolutionizing urban farming. Singrass specializes in cultivating 27 types of fresh, pesticide-free leafy vegetables and spices, promoting sustainable and eco-friendly farming practices in urban spaces. The indoor smart ecosystem of Singrass leverages the existing indoor conditions to purify the air from harmful pollutants and acts as a carbon sink, absorbing more carbon dioxide than it releases. By creating a controlled environment indoors, Singrass optimizes the growth of leafy vege

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Deshpande, Sarang, Anita Wanjari, Swagata Dilip Tavhare, and Abhishek Patle. "Pharmaceutical standardisation and analytical validation of Herbal formulation capsule - UNEX." International Journal of Ayurvedic Medicine 15, no. 4 (2025): 1072–77. https://doi.org/10.47552/ijam.v15i4.5053.

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Standardisation and validation for herbal preparation using modern parameters of analytics are crucial in present era. Capsule Unex is one such formulation useful for renal diseases like urinary tract infections, renal stones, blood purifier etc. The study has been specifically performed on the latest scientific measures to ensure capsules quality standards and validate it analytically. Three batches of capsule Unex were manufactured and tested at Unijules Life Sciences Ltd. Nagpur (MS), India for organoleptic, physicochemical and physical characters, heavy metal, pesticide residue, microbial,

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De Souza, Aline Lessa, and Andrea Viviana Waichman. "Behaviour, Practices and Attitudes of Farmers Regarding the use of Pesticides at the Agricultural Frontier in the South of the Amazon State." Revista de Gestão Social e Ambiental 18, no. 2 (2023): e04460. http://dx.doi.org/10.24857/rgsa.v18n2-020.

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Purpose: Study the pesticides used on the agricultural frontier in Amazonas and evaluate the behavior, practices and attitudes of farmers in relation to the storage, handling and disposal of pesticide packaging.  Method: 89 interviews were carried out between 2020 and 2021 with pesticide applicators living in five municipalities in the south of Amazonas. The behavior of farmers in relation to health and environmental protection was evaluated. We determined the correlation between health behavior and environmental protection with the variables: age, education, income, label reading

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Mishra, Nikita, Lamneithem Hangshing, Darshan Shashank Kadam, Tage Tapang, and Shameena S. "Advances in Vertical Farming: Opportunities and Challenges." Journal of Scientific Research and Reports 30, no. 8 (2024): 212–22. http://dx.doi.org/10.9734/jsrr/2024/v30i82241.

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Vertical farming has emerged as a promising solution to address the challenges of food security, sustainability, and urbanization in the 21st century. This innovative approach to agriculture involves growing crops in vertically stacked layers within controlled environments, optimizing space, resources, and yields. Vertical farming represents a significant innovation in agriculture, designed to meet the challenges of urban food production with enhanced efficiency and sustainability. This study examines recent technological advancements in vertical farming, emphasizing methods such as automation

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Tamilselvi, C., V. A. Vijayashanthi, G. Sathish, et al. "Integrated Pest Management Strategies for Fruitfly (Bactrocera cucurbitae) in Bittergourd (Bactrocera cucurbitae)." UTTAR PRADESH JOURNAL OF ZOOLOGY 45, no. 6 (2024): 89–93. http://dx.doi.org/10.56557/upjoz/2024/v45i63953.

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The present study was conducted to evaluate the effects of Integrated Pest Management practices against bitter gourd fruit fly in Tiruvallur District, Tamil Nadu, India. The demonstration was conducted at farmer’s fields in two village viz., Kilambakkam and Periya kilambakkam of the district Tiruvallur during Kharif season 2018 and 2019. The front line demonstration was consisted of IPM (Field sanitation, fruit fly baits, Installation of fruit fly traps and spraying of neem oil 3%) and Non –IPM practices (Spraying of chemical insecticides). When compared to non-IPM fields, IPM techniques with

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Brumfield, Robin G. "638 The Economics of Organic Agriculture." HortScience 34, no. 3 (1999): 557E—557. http://dx.doi.org/10.21273/hortsci.34.3.557e.

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Since World War II, U.S. agriculture has reduced production costs by substituting petrochemicals for labor, often resulting in overuse of agricultural chemicals. Among the adverse results of chemical overuse are increases in certain pests, groundwater and surface water contamination, and surface water run-off. There is a growing perception that consumers bear the risk of pesticide use and farmers reap the profits. For farmers, the short-term risk of losing a crop that is already planted may take precedence over the long-term risks of such things as the pests developing resistance to pesticide,

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Dhamu, Vikram Narayanan, Sriram Muthukumar, and Shalini Prasad. "Design and Testing of an Electrochemical Trace Pesticide Assessment System in Soil Run-Off." ECS Meeting Abstracts MA2022-01, no. 52 (2022): 2143. http://dx.doi.org/10.1149/ma2022-01522143mtgabs.

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Despite recent efforts and breakthroughs in the development of environmental biosensors, one particular vital component of the environment has been probed comparatively much more sparsely-namely, the soil ecosystem that directly and indirectly affects the agricultural health and throughput as well as ecosystem balance. One specific problem that is understudied is the application of pesticides in crops and other plants often finds its way seeping into soil in a large manner and there exists a leaching effect at the soil and ground water sources. This causes long-term effects that is deteriorati

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Nasar Ahmed khan. "Comparative Study of Insect Pollinator Decline: Investigating Pesticide Exposure, Floral Resource Availability, and Biodiversity Loss in Agricultural Versus Natural Landscapes." International Journal for Multidimensional Research Perspectives 3, no. 7 (2025): 14–27. https://doi.org/10.61877/ijmrp.v3i7.288.

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This comparative study investigates the multifaceted decline of insect pollinators by examining the interplay of pesticide exposure, floral resource availability, and biodiversity loss across agricultural and natural landscapes. Insect pollinators are crucial for both global food security and ecosystem functioning, yet their populations are facing alarming declines. In agricultural settings, the widespread use of synthetic pesticides, including neonicotinoids and organophosphates, is identified as a primary driver of pollinator mortality and sub lethal effects, such as impaired foraging and re

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Faedo, Leonardo Felipe, Rovier Verdi, Felipe Augusto Moretti Ferreira Pinto, Aike Aneelise Kretszchmar, and Pedro Boff. "Trichoderma harzianum to control botrytis cinerea and High-dynamized dilutions of Silicia terra to promote plant growth on the strawberry culture: methods for sustainable farming practices." Revista Brasileira de Agroecologia 17, no. 1 (2022): 06–19. http://dx.doi.org/10.33240/rba.v17i1.23488.

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Agroecological interventions for pest and disease management include several strategies to enhance homeostasis of the crop. Biological agents and homeopathic remedies are innovative and efficient agriculture technologies in the production of pesticide-free food. The objective of this work was to evaluate the effects of the biological control Trichoderma spp. and high-dynamized dilutions of Silicea terra to manage grey mould (Botrytis cinerea) and to promote growth in strawberry plants cv. San Andreas. The experiment was carried out in a greenhouse at EPAGRI experimental station, Lages-SC, 2017

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Raghvendra Pratap Narayan. "Role of Diazotrophs in Maintaining Soil Health and Factors Affecting their Growth and Development." Knowledgeable Research A Multidisciplinary Journal 2, no. 07 (2024): 62–70. https://doi.org/10.57067/m5kkkm72.

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Soil microorganisms are pivotal to the health and productivity of terrestrial ecosystems, playing critical roles in soil structure, nutrient cycling, and plant growth. This paper explores the multifaceted contributions of soil microbes, including bacteria, actinomycetes, fungi, cyanobacteria, and protozoa, which populate fertile soils in vast numbers. They drive nutrient cycling through mineralization, converting organic matter into plant-available forms of carbon, nitrogen, phosphorus, and sulfur. Nitrogen fixation, both symbiotic (e.g., Rhizobium in legumes) and free-living (e.g., Azotobacte

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Tamilarasan, G., SA Dwivedi, and Matangi Mishra. "Recent Advances in Stored Grains Pest Management through Eco-Friendly Technologies and Monitoring Tools: A Review." Journal of Scientific Research and Reports 31, no. 5 (2025): 336–50. https://doi.org/10.9734/jsrr/2025/v31i53032.

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Stored product pests cause significant post-harvest losses globally, threatening food security, grain quality, and economic returns. Conventional control methods, predominantly reliant on chemical fumigants and insecticides such as phosphine and methyl bromide, have raised concerns due to pesticide resistance, environmental contamination, and human health hazards. In response, recent advancements emphasize the development and implementation of eco-friendly pest management technologies and advanced monitoring tools within the Integrated Pest Management (IPM). Botanical pesticides, including ess

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Lakhani, Hardik, Shivakumar Chinchure, and Mandar Geete. "Natural Farming: A Strategic Tool for Climate Change Adaptation." International Journal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences 13, no. 10 (2024): 198–205. https://doi.org/10.20546/ijcmas.2024.1310.024.

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This paper examines the potential of natural farming as a tactical instrument for mitigating and adapting to climate change. Natural farming practices provide a sustainable alternative to conventional chemical farming methods by focusing on ecological balance, soil health, biodiversity, and water conservation. Natural farming enhances carbon sequestration and greatly lowers greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by decreasing the use of synthetic fertilizers and agrochemicals. Techniques like crop rotation, mulching, and the use of chemical-free farm-made inputs lower the carbon footprint of agricultu

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Muñoz Torres, Patricio, Steffany Cárdenas, Mabel Arismendi Macuer, et al. "The Endophytic Pseudomonas sp. S57 for Plant-Growth Promotion and the Biocontrol of Phytopathogenic Fungi and Nematodes." Plants 10, no. 8 (2021): 1531. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/plants10081531.

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Oregano from Socoroma (Atacama Desert) is characterized by its unique organoleptic properties and distinctive flavor and it is produced using ancestral pesticide-free agricultural practices performed by the Aymara communities. The cultivation in this zone is carried out under extreme conditions where the standard production of different crops is limited by several environmental factors, including aridity, high concentration of salts, and boron among others. However, oregano plants are associated with microorganisms that mitigate biotic and abiotic stresses present in this site. In this work, t

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Kim, Hyun No. "Economic feasibility of environment-friendly farmland use policy for water quality improvement." Journal of Infrastructure, Policy and Development 8, no. 9 (2024): 7692. http://dx.doi.org/10.24294/jipd.v8i9.7692.

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This study examines the economic feasibility of the environment-friendly farmland use policy to improve water quality. Conventional highland farming, polluting the Han River basin in South Korea, can be converted into environment-friendly farming through land acquisition or application of pesticide-free or organic farming practices. We estimate the welfare measures of improvement in water quality and the costs of policy implementation for economic analysis. To estimate the economic benefit of improvement in water quality experienced by the residents residing in mid-and-downstream areas of the

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Purnamasari, Fitry, Sri Hardianti Rosadi, and Hasnah Hasnah. "THE FACTORS AFFECTING THE INCOME OF SOYBEAN FARMING IN KULON PROGO REGENCY." Agribusiness Journal 4, no. 1 (2021): 29–39. http://dx.doi.org/10.31327/aj.v4i1.1461.

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This study aims to determine the factors that affect the income of soybean farming. This research was conducted in Kulon Progo Regency with the number of respondents as many as 50 farmers. This study uses the Cobb-Douglas profit function with the technique Unit Output Price or UOP of Cobb Douglas Profit Function ( UOP-CDPF). This research has been declared valid, reliable, the data is normally distributed, free from multicollinearity and heteroscedasticity problems, so that multiple linear regression analysis can be carried out. The results showed that the R2 value was 36.7%, so the variation

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Lengai, Geraldin M. W., Alex M. Fulano, and James W. Muthomi. "Improving Access to Export Market for Fresh Vegetables through Reduction of Phytosanitary and Pesticide Residue Constraints." Sustainability 14, no. 13 (2022): 8183. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/su14138183.

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The horticultural sector is a key contributor to Kenya’s gross domestic product through the export of fresh-cut flowers, fruits and vegetables to various niche markets. It employs over 350,000 people, while about six million depend on it. However, the sector is constrained by the strict technical and phytosanitary quality requirements set by the export markets. The phytosanitary concerns include the presence of pests and microbial contaminants, while the presence of chemical residues constitute the major technical challenge. These constraints cause the interception and rejection of produce at

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Nsiah Frimpong, Benedicta, Allen Oppong, Ruth Prempeh, et al. "Farmers’ knowledge, attitudes and practices towards management of cassava pests and diseases in forest transition and Guinea savannah agro-ecological zones of Ghana." Gates Open Research 4 (February 18, 2021): 101. http://dx.doi.org/10.12688/gatesopenres.13114.2.

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Background: Cassava is a major staple root crop in Ghana, which serves as a food security and an income generating crop for farming families. In spite of its importance, the crop is plagued with biotic factors such as pests and diseases, resulting in yield and income reductions. Methods: Farmers’ knowledge, attitudes and practices towards cassava pest and disease management were investigated. A mixed research questionnaire was used to collect both qualitative and quantitative data from 94 cassava farm households across two major cassava growing agro-ecologies. Results: Using descriptive statis

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Nsiah Frimpong, Benedicta, Allen Oppong, Ruth Prempeh, et al. "Farmers’ knowledge, attitudes and practices towards management of cassava pests and diseases in forest transition and Guinea savannah agro-ecological zones of Ghana." Gates Open Research 4 (July 8, 2020): 101. http://dx.doi.org/10.12688/gatesopenres.13114.1.

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Background: Cassava is a major staple root crop in Ghana, which serves as a food security and an income generating crop for farming families. In spite of its importance, the crop is plagued with biotic factors such as pests and diseases, resulting in yield and income reductions. Methods: Farmers’ knowledge, attitudes and practices towards cassava pest and disease management were investigated. A mixed method research questionnaire was used to collect both qualitative and quantitative data from 94 cassava farm households across two major cassava growing agro-ecologies. Results: Using descriptive

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S, Nivedha, M. S. Marichamy, and V. Kanthaswamy. "Natural Farming: Embracing Regenerative Agriculture for Sustainable Crop Production." Journal of Experimental Agriculture International 46, no. 8 (2024): 855–65. http://dx.doi.org/10.9734/jeai/2024/v46i82771.

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Natural farming, a regenerative agriculture is advocated and promoted worldwide to produce safe and quality produce and to live in harmony with nature. It is “Chemical free farming” or “do-nothing farming” is a sustainable farming approach that aims to work with nature instead of trying to change it. It focuses on improving soil biological fertility without relying on synthetic chemicals or external inputs. It lies in a simple principle of utilizing low-cost and local inputs with zero utilization of chemicals. Major strategy is continuous application of cow dung and cow urine-based concoctions

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Wang, Meng, Jun Qiu, Chennuo Zhu, et al. "A Fluorescent Molecularly Imprinted Polymer-Coated Paper Sensor for On-Site and Rapid Detection of Glyphosate." Molecules 28, no. 5 (2023): 2398. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/molecules28052398.

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Due to the massive use and abuse of pesticides, practices which have led to serious threats to human health, the research community must develop on-site and rapid detection technology of pesticide residues to ensure food safety. Here, a paper-based fluorescent sensor, integrated with molecularly imprinted polymer (MIP) targeting glyphosate, was prepared by a surface-imprinting strategy. The MIP was synthesized by a catalyst-free imprinting polymerization technique and exhibited highly selective recognition capability for glyphosate. The MIP-coated paper sensor not only remained selective, but

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Eisawi, Khalid, Indra Prasad Subedi, Christine Dakélé Yodé, and Hong He. "Ants (Hymenoptera: Formicidae) increase predation of Belenois solilucis (Lepidoptera: Pieridae) eggs in organic agriculture production systems: a multiple-site field study at Rashad, Sudan." Sociobiology 69, no. 2 (2022): e7746. http://dx.doi.org/10.13102/sociobiology.v69i2.7746.

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Organic farming is becoming more popular as there is a greater demand for pesticide-free food. Pest control in organic agricultural production requires a set of skills, including the identification of effective predators and land-use practices. Predation by selected Coleopteran, Dipteran, and Hemipteran insects and Araneae is well established, whereas the predatory role of ants (Hymenoptera: Formicidae) has received little attention in the Rashad district, Sudan. This study was carried out to assess the predation rates of Belenois solilucis eggs and the impact of the land use type around the p

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Traunfeld, J. H., D. L. Clement, M. K. Malinoski, and R. V. Bosmans. "Maryland's Home and Garden Information Center: Helping Residents Solve Pest, Plant, and Landscape Problems." HortScience 33, no. 3 (1998): 502c—502. http://dx.doi.org/10.21273/hortsci.33.3.502c.

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The Home and Garden Information Center was created by the Univ. of Maryland Cooperative Extension Service in 1989 to relieve county-based faculty of the growing burden of client requests for help in the home horticulture area. The Center inter-disciplinary staff includes four regional specialists, phone consultants and office support personnel. The Center's twin goals are to educate residents to make wise decisions regarding horticultural practices and pesticide and fertilizer use and to help clients self-diagnose their pest and plant problems. These goals are achieved through a variety of out

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Sawant, Prajakta Dhairyashil, and Swagata Dilip Tavhare. "A review on the use and scope of finger millet (Ragi) in prevention and management of non-communicable diseases." Journal of Drug Research in Ayurvedic Sciences 8, Suppl 1 (2023): S55—S63. http://dx.doi.org/10.4103/jdras.jdras_126_23.

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Ragi (Eleusine coracana L.), or finger millet, is one of the ancient millets used as a staple food in India. Modernization has created an impact on the food habits of humans. Refined flours, polished grains, newly harvested grains, processed and preservative-added foods are causative factors for lifestyle diseases namely diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular diseases, obesity, lung disorders, gluten enteropathy, and hormonal imbalances. Good quality nutritional food is essential for maintaining health. The Indian government is endeavoring to introduce traditional food practices to the globe.

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M, Suganthy. "EFFICACY OF BIOPESTICIDES IN THE MANAGEMENT OF POD BORER, ETIELLA ZINCKENELLA (TREITSCHKE) (PYRALIDAE: LEPIDOPTERA) INFESTING SENNA, CASSIA ANGUSTIFOLIA VAHL." Journal of Biopesticides 12, no. 02 (2019): 197–202. http://dx.doi.org/10.57182/jbiopestic.12.2.197-202.

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Cassia angustifolia Vahl. is an important medicinal plant belonging to the family Leguminaceae. Like other plants, medicinal plants too have to bear the attack of injurious insect pests. Extensive monitoring and development of eco-friendly pest management practices are essential in the production of high quality, pesticide residue free produces. Results of field experiments revealed that among the treatments, foliar application of chlorpyriphos 20 EC (standard check) @ 1.0 L/ha was significantly superior over all other treatments, recording the lowest number of pod borer and the untreated cont

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Qu, Hao-Ran, and Wen-Hao Su. "Deep Learning-Based Weed–Crop Recognition for Smart Agricultural Equipment: A Review." Agronomy 14, no. 2 (2024): 363. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/agronomy14020363.

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Weeds and crops engage in a relentless battle for the same resources, leading to potential reductions in crop yields and increased agricultural costs. Traditional methods of weed control, such as heavy herbicide use, come with the drawback of promoting weed resistance and environmental pollution. As the demand for pollution-free and organic agricultural products rises, there is a pressing need for innovative solutions. The emergence of smart agricultural equipment, including intelligent robots, unmanned aerial vehicles and satellite technology, proves to be pivotal in addressing weed-related c

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Ocakoğlu, Fatma, and Gönül Sevinç. "A Research on Satisfaction and Expectations of Sunflower Producers in Edirne Province Regarding Agricultural Extension and Advisory Services." Tarım Ekonomisi Araştırmaları Dergisi 11, no. 1 (2025): 95–114. https://doi.org/10.61513/tead.1649706.

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The increasing demand for food with the increasing population in the world and in Türkiye, and the energy demand arising in parallel with this demand have increased the importance of oilseed production. Although vegetable oil consumption has increased in Türkiye in recent years, the production level is insufficient to meet this demand. This study examines the satisfaction levels and expectations of farmers producing sunflower in Edirne province, which has an important place among oilseeds, towards agricultural extension and advisory services. Primary data were obtained from surveys of 165 sunf

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Xiong, Yulin, He Liu, Dongliang Li, et al. "Foliar Application of Bacillus thuringiensis Enhances Tea Quality and Plant Defense via Phyllosphere Microbiome Modulation." Agriculture 15, no. 13 (2025): 1386. https://doi.org/10.3390/agriculture15131386.

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The plant microbiome plays a crucial role in the health of the tea plant, while Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) is widely utilized as a biological pesticide in tea gardens, promoting sustainable agricultural practices. However, the effects of Bt spraying on tea quality and the structure and function of the phyllosphere microbiome remain unclear. This study evaluated the effects of Bt spraying on tea quality, microbiome composition, diversity, and potential functions using tea leaf quality measurements and high-throughput sequencing of the 16S/ITS rDNA genes. Results showed that spraying Bt1 signif

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Dhurve, Ritika, Asha Jat, Byomakesh Swain, et al. "A Comprehensive Overview on Sustainable Vegetable Gardening: Eco-friendly Approaches to Home Grown Production." Journal of Scientific Research and Reports 30, no. 10 (2024): 778–94. http://dx.doi.org/10.9734/jsrr/2024/v30i102503.

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Sustainable vegetable gardening is an eco-friendly practice that integrates organic farming principles, resource conservation, and biodiversity promotion to produce nutritious, chemical-free food while minimizing environmental impact. This approach emphasizes soil health through the use of organic amendments, crop rotation, composting, and mulching to improve fertility and water retention. Water conservation techniques, such as drip irrigation and rainwater harvesting, are employed to optimize water use, especially in arid regions. Pest and disease management relies on integrated pest manageme

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Kampmeier, Gail. "Bringing Bugs into the System." Biodiversity Information Science and Standards 1 (August 7, 2017): e20050. https://doi.org/10.3897/tdwgproceedings.1.20050.

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While agriculture, a human-defined and delimited version of the natural world, is not generally touted for its biodiversity, the success or failure of an agroecosystem may hinge on how its biodiversity is managed. Researchers who study this world into which the greater biodiversity of the surrounding area ebbs and flows, attempt to control parts of the system such as the crop (e.g., cultivar, season-to-season rotation with other crops, susceptibility to pests and diseases, potential yield) and its management practices (e.g., planting date, plant density, tillage, pesticide and soil amendment r

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Fulano, Alex M., Geraldin M. W. Lengai, and James W. Muthomi. "Phytosanitary and Technical Quality Challenges in Export Fresh Vegetables and Strategies to Compliance with Market Requirements: Case of Smallholder Snap Beans in Kenya." Sustainability 13, no. 3 (2021): 1546. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/su13031546.

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Kenya is one of the leading exporters of snap beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) to Europe, but the export volume has remained below potential mainly due to failure to meet the market quality standards. The quality concerns include the presence of regulated and quarantine pests, pesticide residues, harmful organisms, and noncompliance with the technical standards. These challenges call for the development of alternative approaches in overcoming the phytosanitary and quality challenges in the export of snap beans and other fresh vegetables. These may include integrated pest management (IPM) approaches

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