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Informative Article | Zoology | Volume 15 Issue 6, June 2026 | Pages: 1151 - 1154 | India
Eco-Friendly Pesticides: Balancing Sustainable Crop Cultivation and Human Health Protection
Abstract: Modern agriculture faces the massive challenge of feeding a growing global population while minimizing environmental degradation and safeguarding public health. Traditional synthetic chemical pesticides, while effective at maximizing yields, pose severe risks including toxic chemical residues in food, groundwater contamination, and chronic illnesses in humans. Eco-friendly alternatives- primarily biopesticides derived from plants, microorganisms, and natural minerals- offer a promising path forward. This review article evaluates the classifications of eco-friendly pesticides, their mechanisms of action, and their implementation within Integrated Pest Management (IPM) frameworks. By comparing field efficiency and toxicological profiles, we outline how green alternatives successfully balance high-yield crop cultivation with robust human health protection.
Keywords: Biopesticides, Sustainable Agriculture, Botanical Pesticides, Integrated Pest Management, Public Health
How to Cite?: Dr Jeeva Chacko, "Eco-Friendly Pesticides: Balancing Sustainable Crop Cultivation and Human Health Protection", Volume 15 Issue 6, June 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1151-1154, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR26604104800, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR26604104800