Biology and management strategies of sesame pests: A comprehensive review: BIOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES OF SESAME PESTS: A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW

RITU PANDEY; ARCHANA ANOKHE; A K PANDAY; P DURAIMURUGAN

doi:10.56739/cxv5w421

Authors

RITU PANDEY Department of Entomology, Jawaharlal Nehru Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya, Jabalpur-482 004, Madhya Pradesh
ARCHANA ANOKHE ICAR-Directorate of Weed Research Institute, Jabalpur-482 004, Madhya Pradesh
A K PANDAY Project Coordinating Unit Sesameand Niger JNKVV, Jabalpur-482 004, Madhya Pradesh
P DURAIMURUGAN ICAR-Indian Institute of Oilseeds Research, Hyderabad-500 030, Telangana

https://doi.org/10.56739/cxv5w421

Keywords:

Eco-friendly pest management, Insect pests, Integrated pest management, Sesamum indicum

Abstract

Sesame (Sesamum indicum L.), a historical oilseed crop cultivated for over 3,000 years, thrives primarily in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and South America. Renowned for its high-quality oil and diverse nutritional content, sesame is deeply rooted in agricultural traditions, especially in India. Despite its significant economic value, sesame cultivation faces considerable challenges, particularly from insect pests, which can severely impact both yield and quality. This review examines the key insect pests affecting sesame, including the sesame webworm or leaf webber/roller and capsule borer (Antigastra catalaunalis), leaf hopper (Orosius albicinctus), mirid bug (Crytopeltis tenuis), whitefly (Bemisia tabaci), hawk moth (Acherontia styx), Bihar hairy caterpillar (Spilosoma obliqua), and sesame gall fly (Asphondylia sesami). Each pest's biology, damage symptoms, and management strategies are discussed, highlighting the necessity of integrated pest management (IPM) approaches. Effective management includes cultural, biological, and chemical methods, with an emphasis on eco-friendly practices such as the use of neem and castor extracts. The review underscores the critical need for tailored pest management strategies to mitigate the impact of these pests and ensure sustainable sesame production, considering the evolving pest dynamics driven by climatic changes.

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Biology and management strategies of sesame pests: A comprehensive review