Sustainable Pest Management in Agricultural Systems
A special issue of Insects (ISSN 2075-4450). This special issue belongs to the section "Insect Pest and Vector Management".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 September 2025 | Viewed by 31
Special Issue Editor
Interests: biological invasions; invasive species; biological control; IPM; parasitoids; species distribution models; ecological modeling; multivariate analysis; life- table invasion models; temperature; insect development
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue focuses on innovative approaches to sustainable pest management in agricultural systems, emphasizing integrated strategies that balance agricultural productivity with environmental stewardship. We invite contributions addressing the development and application of biological control agents, integrated pest management solutions, advancements in agroecological practices, precision pest monitoring technologies, and policy frameworks supporting sustainability. By showcasing multidisciplinary research and case studies, this Special Issue seeks to provide actionable insights for reducing dependence on pesticides, enhancing ecosystem resilience, and advancing sustainable agricultural practices worldwide.
We welcome submissions in the form of reviews, short communications, concept papers, or original research articles presenting novel data and analyses.
Dr. Ivan Milosavljević
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- sustainable pest management
- conservation agriculture
- agricultural systems
- biological control
- integrated pest management (IPM)
- agroecology
- precision pest monitoring
- environmental stewardship
- ecosystem resilience
- policy frameworks
- sustainable agriculture
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