Overview of Brinjal (Solanum melongena L.) Pests and Their Management: A Review
Dwarka
Department of Entomology, Jawaharlal Nehru Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, 482004, India.
Nisha Chadar *
Department of Botany, Post Graduate Excellence College, Tikamgarh, Madhya Pradesh, 472001, India.
Shobharam Thakur
AICRP, PC Unit sesame & Niger, JNKVV, College of Agriculture, Tikamgarh, Madhya Pradesh, 472001, India.
Sheeren Parveen
Department of Entomology, Jawaharlal Nehru Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, 482004, India.
Shradha Parmar
Department of Entomology, Rajmata Vijayaraje Scindia Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, 474002, India.
Maneesha
Department of Entomology, Rajmata Vijayaraje Scindia Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, 474002, India.
Manoj Kumar Ahirwar
Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Damoh, Madhya Pradesh, 470661, India.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
Brinjal (eggplant or aubergine), a widely cultivated vegetable in tropical and subtropical regions, faces significant threats from a variety of insect pests. These pests cause substantial damage at different stages of crop growth, leading to reduced yields and compromised fruit quality. This review provides a comprehensive overview on the major insect pests that affect brinjal cultivation, focusing on their biology, damage mechanisms, and current management practices. Special emphasis is placed on integrated pest management (IPM) strategies, combining cultural, biological and chemical control methods to promote sustainable brinjal production.
Keywords: Brinjal, Solanum melongena L., damage mechanism, current management practices, IPM, insect pests