PEST CONTROL IN RICE CROPS: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF INSECTICIDES AND BIOPESTICIDES IN JABALPUR, MADHYA PRADESH, INDIA

Abstract

This  study presents  a  comprehensive  comparative  analysis  of  the  effectiveness  of insecticides  and  biopesticides  for  pest  control  in  rice  crops  within  the  agricultural  region  of Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, India. Pest management in rice cultivation plays a critical rolein ensuring crop yield and quality. In this research, we assess the performance of commonly used chemical  insecticides  and  biopesticides  in  controlling  rice  pests,  considering  factors  such  as pest  population  reduction,  environmental  impact,  and  cost-effectiveness.  Through  field experiments and data analysis, we quantify the efficacy of each approach and examine their respective  benefits  and  drawbacks.  The  findings  contribute  to  evidence-based  decision-making for sustainable pest management strategies in rice farming, with implications for both agricultural productivity and ecological sustainability.