📄 Abstract
Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) is a premier vegetable crop worldwide, but its production is perennially threatened by a complex of invasive and endemic pests. This article evaluates the biological impact and management of key pests, most notably the Tomato Leafminer (Tuta absoluta), Whiteflies (Bemisia tabaci), and various Aphid species. Current agricultural data indicates that without rigorous intervention, these pests can cause yield losses ranging from 40% to 100%, either through direct feeding damage or the transmission of devastating phytoviruses. The study examines the shift from traditional chemical-heavy approaches to Integrated Pest Management (IPM). Quantitative results demonstrate that combining cultural techniques, such as insect-proof netting, with biological controls like Nesidiocoris tenuis can reduce pest populations by over 75%. Furthermore, the integration of pheromone trapping and selective insecticide rotation is shown to maintain pest levels below economic thresholds. This comprehensive review provides actionable strategies for growers to ensure high-quality yields while reducing environmental toxicity in modern tomato cultivation.
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📚 How to Cite:
Rano Muminova Dalabaevna , TOMATO PESTS AND INTEGRATED MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES , Volume 14 , Issue 3, March 2026, EPRA International Journal of Agriculture and Rural Economic Research (ARER) ,