Crop Pests Research Articles

Discovery and Field Evaluation of Sex Pheromone Components for the Click Beetle Melanotus verberans (LeConte) (Coleoptera: Elateridae).

Wireworms, the larval stage of elaterid beetles, are among the most serious soil-borne insect pests in the world. Wireworms feed on a variety of key crops, including small grains, maize, vegetables, fruits, sugar cane, sugar beets, potatoes, and sweet potatoes. Management of these pests is becoming increasingly problematic, in part due to knowledge gaps in their basic biology, which hinders development of effective crop protection strategies. In particular, little is known about the semiochemicals that mediate the reproductive behavior of these pests. Research over the past two decades has begun to fill this need, with: (1) the discovery of sex attractants for several key pest species, and (2) subsequent studies toward development of semiochemically-based pest management approaches. We used chemical and behavioral studies to identify, synthesize, and field test the sex attractant pheromone of adult Melanotus verberans, the larvae of which are important crop pests. In coupled gas chromatography-mass spectrometry analyses of extracts of ovipositors of females, five possible pheromone components were identified. Subsequent coupled gas chromatography-electroantennogram detection analyses indicated that male antennae were responsive to only two of these compounds, 13-tetradecenyl acetate and 13-tetradecenyl hexanoate. In field trials, neither compound alone was attractive, but a blend of the two was strongly attractive to conspecific male beetles, and did not attract other species. A two-year field study showed that most male beetle flight activity occurred from April through May. Because the sex pheromone of M. verberans consists of two compounds that can be readily synthesized, its development for integrated pest management should be economically feasible.

Ecofriendly Management of Aphids (Macrosiphoniella pseudoartemisiae) on Dawana (Artemisia pallens)

Artemisia pallens is an aromatic herb or shrub, Xerophytic in nature. The flowers are racemose panicles it belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is commercially cultivated for its fragrant leaves and flowers. It grows from seeds and cuttings and reaches maturity in four months. The plant is woody in the lower part of the stem. Dawana crops are mostly grown in Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu states in India. The aphids Macrosiphoniella pseudoartemisiae is the major pest of dawana in Maharashtra. Moreover the aphids are also major pest of Okra crop. The pooled results indicated that among the treatments tested the treatment Lecanicillium lecanii @ 8 g/lit was significantly superior over all other treatments and found to be most effective by recording minimum survival of aphid population i.e. 13.13 aphids per tiller per plant after the first spray and 4.05 aphids per tiller per plant after second spray with 70.04% pest control and found at par with the treatment Metarhizium anisopliae @ 8 g/lit. Lecanicillium lecanii @ 8 g/lit.- recorded maximum fresh herbage yield i.e. 104.54 q/ha.

Bycatch of common pollinators in pheromone baited traps for monitoring corn earworm (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) in Missouri Industrial Hemp

Abstract Background Several traps are recommended for monitoring corn earworm, Helicoverpa zea (Boddie), an important pest of field, vegetable and fruit crops in the U.S. These traps, which are meant to capture H. zea in many cases end up capturing other insects. Helicoverpa zea has recently been found feeding on different seeds and dual-type (seed and fiber) hemp, Cannabis sativa L. (Rosales: Cannabaceae) causing serious damage. Limited work has been done on developing integrated pest management (IPM) for H. zea industrial hemp in Missouri. Methods We evaluated the attractiveness of different traps with the aim of developing a monitoring system for the adult male H. zea in industrial hemp fields in two Missouri locations. In addition, we recorded other non-target insects in the traps to determine trap selectivity. Commercially available green, clear, tricolor bucket traps Heliothis Scentry and Scentry Delta 1X traps baited with H. zea sex pheromones were evaluated in 2021 and 2022. Results Tricolor traps captured significantly more adult male H. zea than the other traps in both years. Non-target insects, mainly Xylocopa virginica (L.) (Hymenoptera: Apidae), Bombus spp. (Hymenoptera: Apidae), and Apis mellifera L. (Hymenoptera: Apidae) were also captured. The tricolor trap captured the most bees. Conclusions The presence of non-target species highlights the risk of using tricolor traps as a monitoring tool. This data provides information for planning the monitoring of corn earworm in industrial hemp farms in Missouri.

Enhancement of Trap Catches of Melon Fruit Fly, Zeugodacus cucurbitae (Coquillett) by Gel Formulations of Protein Bait

Fruit flies (Tephritidae: Diptera) are the devastating insect pests of quarantine importance and damage several vegetable crops particularly of Cucurbitaceae family in tropical, subtropical and temperate zones around the world. As capturing male fruit flies only does not bring desirable reduction in infestation levels, researchers are now focusing on female attractants. Among them, protein baits are prominent. Hence, an improved gel formulation of proteinex bait was tested in field conditions for attracting both the sexes of fruit flies. This study was conducted at Agricultural College and Research Institute, Madurai, Tamil Nadu during 2022. In bitter gourd, gel proteinex bait traps attracted more number of female fruit flies (319.90/trap/4 months) followed by liquid proteinex bait (228.02/trap/4 months). More number of male fruit flies was recorded in cue-lure traps (596.40/trap/4 months) followed by gel proteinex bait traps (291.78/trap/4 months). More female fruit fly catches in gel proteinex traps in bitter gourd indicated the requirement of more proteins for maturation of ovaries in females. Attraction of males to gel proteinex bait clearly showed the importance of protein sources for reproduction success of male fruit flies. Per cent incidence of cucurbit fruit fly was low in gel proteinex bait placed bitter gourd fields (64.18% reduction over control) than the fields in which liquid proteinex bait (49.29% reduction over control) and cue-lure (30.75% reduction over control) were placed. In gel proteinex bait experimental plots, reduction of cucurbit fruit fly incidence was more than the cue-lure. This is due to their high trap catches besides trapping more female fruit flies (602.92 male and female fruit flies as against 596.40 males in cuelure traps) which would have decreased the oviposition levels in the field.

Integrating Artificial Intelligence in agricultural higher education: Transforming learning and research

The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in agricultural higher education is transforming the landscape of agricultural practices and research. This paper explores the multifaceted applications of AI technologies in the curriculum and pedagogical approaches of agricultural institutions. By enhancing data analysis, predictive modeling, and decision-making processes, AI empowers students and researchers to tackle complex agricultural challenges such as crop management, pest control, and resource optimization. Furthermore, the study examines the implications of AI on student engagement, skill development, and interdisciplinary collaboration. As agricultural sectors increasingly rely on data-driven solutions, the incorporation of AI in higher education not only prepares future professionals with essential competencies but also fosters innovation in sustainable agricultural practices. This article underscores the critical role of AI in shaping the future of agricultural education and its potential to revolutionize the industry.

Research progress on climate change adaptation strategies to control invasive crop pest in sub-Saharan Africa: a bibliometric and systematic review

This bibliometric and systematic review assesses research progress and climate change adaptation strategies to control invasive crop pests in sub-Saharan Africa. Scientific publications on crop pest management in sub-Saharan Africa in a context of climate change adaptation were extracted from papers published between 1991 and 2024. A literature search was conducted on Scopus, dimension, and google scholar, followed by screening and data extraction in compliance with ROSES standards. Findings indicated that pests such as armyworms, fruit flies and coffee berry borer cause huge losses. Communities are adopting integrated pest management, water harvesting, drip irrigation, resistant varieties, and improving production efficiency. Agro-ecological practices reduce pest invasions while preserving the environment. Meanwhile, chemical insecticide use remains an emergency solution as its effects on pest control would be more efficient. However, promising approaches emerge around biocontrol, agroforestry integrating pest management, and gender-tailored strategies. Nevertheless, regional disparities persist in scientific output. In conclusion, while invasive pests represent a major plant health crisis in sub-Saharan Africa, this review highlights innovative adaptation strategies. Their development will require coordinated mobilization to catalyze the sustainable agro-ecological transition that sub-Saharan Africa needs to address these multidimensional challenges. Future research should assess farmer’s perception on the effectiveness of the existing pest management practices for invasive crop pests.

Predatory thrips in action: Scolothrips sexmaculatus (Pergande) and Scolothrips tenuipennis zur Strassen, 1965 (Thripidae) feeding on Tetranychus urticae (Acari) in Brazil

The purpose of this study is to report the presence in Brazil of two predatory thrips species feeding on mites in commercial hop plantations (Humulus lupulus, Cannabaceae). The mite, Tetranychus urticae Koch, is known as the two-spotted spider mite (TSSM) and is a major pest in several crops, including hop, threatening yields by damaging leaf tissues and, in severe cases, covering foliage with webs. It is native to Eurasia but is now present globally, with a wide range of natural enemies, including commercially used biological controls such as Stethorus beetles and phytoseiid mites (Sirrine et al. 2010; Turner et al. 2011).

Antifungal activity of ethanol and methanol extracts from Ageratum conyzoides L. against Fusarium oxysporum

Billygoat weed (Ageratum conyzoides L.) is generally distributed in tropical and subtropical regions. This herb not only has activity against a range of crop pests and pathogens but also boasts a rich history of traditional medicinal use across various countries worldwide. Studies of Ageratum conyzoides have provided evidence of the presence of a wide variety of phytochemicals that are capable of demonstrating its pesticidal, antimicrobial properties. Therefore, this study aimed to investigate the impact of various extracts from the billygoat weed on the antifungal activity against Fusarium oxysporum, a fungus that causes diseases for many crops. The billygoat weed powder was extracted with 2 solvents, ethanol and methanol at 4 concentrations (30 %, 50 %, 70 % and 90 %) and the antifungal activity of the extracts was determined by measuring the inhibition of fungal growth diameter at different extract concentrations (0 %, 1 %, 2 %, 4 % and 8 %). The results demonstrate that the E90 and M90 extracts, at a concentration of 8 %, exhibit better antifungal activity compared to the other extracts at the same concentration, with inhibition rates of 87.21 % and 89.77 % respectively. Moreover, when conducting a 2-factor ANOVA analysis, there was an interaction between solvent strength and extract solution concentration on the growth of Fusarium oxysporum. Hence, Ageratum conyzoides has the potential to be applied in the control of some harmful fungi on plants, oriented as biological pesticides.

Genetic analysis of chlorantraniliprole resistance in the non-target bio-control agent Trichogrammachilonis.

Trichogramma chilonis (Ishii) (Hymenoptera: Trichogrammatidae), a widely used egg parasitoid of lepidopteran pests in various crops, has developed very high levels of resistance when treated with chlorantraniliprole under laboratory conditions. This study assessed and characterized its mode of inheritance, degree of dominance, realized heritability (h2), and cross-resistance. Toxicity bioassays were performed on T. chilonis adults using a dry film residue method. The chlorantraniliprole resistant strain (Chlr-R) of T. chilonis showed >25000-fold resistance as compared with chlorantraniliprole susceptible strain (Chlr-S). The chlorantraniliprole resistance in T. chilonis was characterized as incompletely dominant and governed by multiple autosomal genes. Additionally, the resistance of T. chilonis to chlorantraniliprole shifted from functionally dominant (at lower applied doses) to functionally recessive (at highest applied dose). Parameters regarding the h2 of chlorantraniliprole resistance in T. chilonis predicted 10-fold rise in the initial LC50 after 14.28 generations with continuous selections (at h2=0.24). No obvious cross-resistance to cypermethrin and chlorpyrifos and a very low cross-resistance to flonicamid were detected. These findings are helpful to improve the field-based effectiveness and integration of these wasps with chemical control.

Where do all the pests go? Understanding the genomic mechanisms of crop pest dynamics during the off-season

Where do all the pests go? Understanding the genomic mechanisms of crop pest dynamics during the off-season

Annotation of transcription factors, chromatin-associated factors, and basal transcription machinery in the pea aphid, Acyrthosiphon pisum, and development of the ATFdb database, a resource for studies of transcriptional regulation

The pea aphid, Acyrthosiphon pisum, is an emerging model system in functional and comparative genomics, in part due to the availability of new genomic approaches and the different sequencing and annotation efforts that the community has dedicated to this important crop pest insect. The pea aphid is also used as a model to study fascinating biological traits of aphids, such as their extensive polyphenisms, their bacteriocyte-confined nutritional symbiosis, or their adaptation to the highly unbalanced diet represented by phloem sap. To get insights into the molecular basis of all these processes, it is important to have an appropriate annotation of transcription factors (TFs), which would enable the reconstruction/inference of gene regulatory networks in aphids. Using the latest version of the A. pisum genome assembly and annotation, which represents the first chromosome-level pea aphid genome, we annotated the complete repertoire of A. pisum TFs and complemented this information by annotating genes encoding chromatin-associated and basal transcription machinery proteins. These annotations were done combining information from the model Drosophila melanogaster, for which we also provide a revisited list of these proteins, and de novo prediction. The comparison between the two model systems allowed the identification of major losses or expansions in each genome, while a deeper analysis was made of ZNF TFs (with certain families expanded in the pea aphid), and the Hox gene cluster (showing reorganization in gene position in the pea aphid compared to D. melanogaster). All annotations are available to the community through the Aphid Transcription Factors database (ATFdb), consolidating the various annotations we generated. ATFdb serves as a valuable resource for gene regulation studies in aphids.

Disruption of the odorant receptor co-receptor (Orco) reveals its critical role in multiple olfactory behaviors of a cosmopolitan pest.

The olfactory system of insects plays a pivotal role in multiple, essential activities including feeding, mating, egg laying, and host localization. The capacity of odorant receptors to recognize odor molecules relies on odorant receptor co-receptors forming heterodimers. Here we report the successful engineering a homozygous mutant strain of diamondback moth (Plutella xylostella) in which the odorant receptor co-receptor PxOrco was silenced using CRISPR/Cas9. This insect is a globally important crop pest for which novel control methods are urgently required. Behavioral assays demonstrated that PxOrco knockout males exhibited abolished courtship behaviors, inability to mate, and loss of selective preference for P. xylostella's key sex pheromone components. Whilst female mating behavior and fecundity remained unaffected by PxOrco knockout, oviposition response to leaf alcohol, a key cue for normal oviposition behaviour, was lost. Electroantennography revealed drastically reduced responses to sex pheromones and plant volatiles in PxOrco-deficient adults but food location by larvae was unaffected. Moreover, expression analysis of PxOrco-deficient pheromone receptors (PRs) indicated varied regulation patterns, with down-regulation observed in several PRs in both sexes. These findings underscore the critical role of PxOrco in regulating multiple olfactory aspects in P. xylostella, including feeding, mating, and host location. Our study identifies the potential of disrupting the Orco gene in this and other pest species to provide novel avenues for future pest control.

Integrated Crop Production Management

Abstract: Integrated Crop Production and Management is an innovative and sustainable approach that combines a variety of farming practices to optimize crop yield, soil health, and environmental sustainability. The approach integrates strategies such as crop rotation, organic fertilization, pest and weed management, water conservation, and soil fertility enhancement into a comprehensive farming system. ICPM would minimize dependency on chemical inputs, promote soil structure, and enhance biodiversity while improving crop tolerance to climatic variability and pests. This paper explores the principles and methodologies behind ICPM, bringing to light how it can promote agricultural productivity and ecological balance at the same time. The paper highlights the potential of IPM, conservation tillage, and agroforestry in promoting farm resilience while reducing environmental degradation. Case studies and field experiments demonstrate the effects of ICPM on crop yield, soil health, and profitability of the farm. The adoption of modern and traditional practices in ICPM not only addresses the immediate needs of crop production but also contributes to long-term sustainability. This research will demonstrate how ICPM can be a viable solution to current challenges in agriculture, such as climate change, food security, and resource depletion, and offer farmers a pathway to more resilient and sustainable agricultural systems.

Transformative Approaches to Agricultural Sustainability: Automation, Smart Greenhouses, and AI

Agricultural sustainability is continually undermined by climate change, resource depletion, and the increasing worldwide need for food. Fundamental technologies, including automation, smart greenhouses, and artificial intelligence (AI), are changing modern agricultural methods by providing novel ways to improve sustainability in farming. This review study examines the significance of these technologies in advancing sustainable agricultural systems, particularly their effects on resource optimization, environmental conservation, and economic efficiency. Automation technologies, such as robots, drones, and autonomous vehicles, enhance farm management by enhancing efficiency and minimizing resource waste. Intelligent greenhouses, fitted with IoT sensors and temperature regulation systems, provide precise management of environmental conditions, therefore improving agricultural output while minimizing water and energy use. AI-driven technologies, including machine learning and predictive analytics, enhance crop health monitoring, pest management, and yield prediction, enabling data-informed decision-making. The research analyses the combination of various technologies, focusing their synergies in developing comprehensive smart agricultural systems that promote enduring sustainability. Despite the apparent promise, challenges like substantial initial investment, technological intricacy, and scalability persist. This review continues by addressing future directions, policy implications, and research requirements for promoting the use of these technologies to enhance global agricultural sustainability.

Incidence of insect pests in groundnut (Arachis hypogaea) fields and storage in Karachuonyo and Nyakach Constituencies of Western Kenya

Groundnut is a popular grain legume crop, and an important cash crop in Western Kenya. However, farmers are facing various production constraints leading to low yields. Yearly, statistical reports by the Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA), Nuts and Oils Crops Directorate show a consistent decline in groundnut production in the potential. Lack of quality planting seeds, and pest infestation during growth and storage have been cited as major problems. Studies on the pests of the groundnut crop in the regions are still scarce. The study’s objective was to identify the key insect pests associated with the cultivation and storage of groundnuts in selected parts of the Western region of Kenya. The study was conducted in ten groundnut farms in Nyakach and Karachuonyo constituencies in two seasons, 2021 and 2022. Observation and direct field and storage insect sampling were done in the two regions. The species richness, abundance, and diversity of insects were calculated by analysis of variance (ANOVA) and Shannon Weiner index, respectively. In the present study, a total of 2,714 insect pests from 7 orders, 14 families, and 20 species of field pests and 2,396 individuals from 3 orders, 5 families, and 7 species of storage pests were recorded. This study shows that Empoasca kerri, was the most dominant field pest with a mean average of 344, followed by Aproaerema modicella (230), Frankliniella schultzei (136), Aphis craccivora (208), Microtermes sp. (96), Scirtothrips dorsali (64), Elasmolomus sordidus (69), Spodoptera litura (56) and Parastictococcus multispinosus (30), while storage pests were Liposcelis decolor (438), Tribolium castaneum (438), Plodia interpunctella (146), Cryptolestes minutus (137) and Ephestia cautella (30). These pests were causing physical damage to the groundnut plants, seeds and pods, leading to deterioration in the weight, quality, vigor, and reduction in the germination, thus leading to the loss of yield and market value. The study recommends further investigation of the actual damage potential of insect pests on groundnuts and the appropriate management strategies. Key words: Groundnut, insect pests, Empoasca kerri, Aproaerema modicella, Liposcelis decolor

The genetic architecture of resistance to flubendiamide insecticide in Helicoverpa armigera (Hübner).

Insecticide resistance is a major problem in food production, environmental sustainability, and human health. The cotton bollworm Helicoverpa armigera is a globally distributed crop pest affecting over 300 crop species. H. armigera has rapidly evolved insecticide resistance, making it one of the most damaging pests worldwide. Understanding the genetic basis of insecticide resistance provides insights to develop tools, such as molecular markers, that can be used to slow or prevent the evolution of resistance. We explore the genetic architecture of H. armigera resistance to a widely used insecticide, flubendiamide, using two complementary approaches: genome-wide association studies (GWAS) in wild-caught samples and quantitative trait locus (QTL) mapping in a controlled cross of susceptible and resistant laboratory strains. Both approaches identified one locus on chromosome 2, revealing two SNPs within 976 bp that can be used to monitor field resistance to flubendiamide. This was the only region identified using linkage mapping, though GWAS revealed additional sites associated with resistance. Other loci identified by GWAS in field populations contained known insecticide detoxification genes from the ATP-binding cassette family, ABCA1, ABCA3, ABCF2 and MDR1. Our findings revealed an oligogenic genetic architecture, contrasting previous reports of monogenic resistance associated with the ryanodine receptor. This work elucidates the genetic basis of rapidly evolving insecticide resistance and will contribute to developing effective insecticide resistance management strategies.

Sprayable solutions containing sticky rice oil droplets reduce western flower thrips damage and induce changes in Chrysanthemum leaf chemistry

Thrips are one of the most challenging pests in agricultural crops, including Chrysanthemum. In this study we tested via two plant assays whether solutions containing sticky rice germ oil (RGO) droplets could effectively trap thrips and lower thrips damage on Chrysanthemum. In the first assay, we additionally assessed the metabolomic effects of these RGO droplet sprays and thrips presence on plant chemistry via 1H NMR and headspace GC-MS on multiple timepoints to investigate which plant metabolites were affected by spraying and their potential relation to plant resistance against thrips. In the second assay, we tested the individual RGO solution constituents against thrips. Our results suggested that the adhesive RGO droplets were not effective as a physical trap as only three out of 600 adult thrips were caught at the achieved coverage. However, average thrips damage was still reduced up to 50% and no negative effects on plant growth were observed up to 25 days. Results from the second plant assay indicated that the individual constituents of the solution containing RGO droplets may have direct effects against thrips. Metabolomics analysis of sprayed leaves via headspace GC-MS and 1H NMR indicated that fatty acids and several volatile compounds such as 4(10)-thujene (sabinene), eucalyptol, cis-4-thujanol, and isocaryophyllene were highest on day 10, while sucrose, malic acid, o-Cymene, and 3-Methyl-2-butenoic acid were highest on day 25. Plants with thrips showed higher flavonoid, carbohydrate and glutamine acetic acid levels, and lower fatty acids and malic acid levels. RGO application increased the levels of fatty acids and alcohols present on top of and inside the Chrysanthemum leaves, while decreasing the concentrations of volatile compounds such as eucalyptol, chrysanthenone and eugenol in the Chrysanthemum leaves. Most interestingly, the thrips effect on the plant metabolome was no longer visible in RGO treated plants at the later harvesttime, suggesting that RGO application may overrule or prevent the metabolomic effects of thrips infestation. In conclusion, our study provides new information on how the application of a new plant-based plant protection product affects insect herbivores and alters crop phytochemistry for improved herbivore resistance.

Validation of wing geometric morphometrics in Chrysodeixis spp. (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) to support pest identification in invasive species survey programs

Looper moths of the genus Chrysodeixis (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae: Plusiinae) are important pests of many crops and native plants worldwide. Chrysodeixis chalcites (Esper) is listed as an invasive species for the United States with records of interception. Native species of the Plusiinae subfamily are morphologically similar and commonly cross-attracted in survey trapping programs for C. chalcites, such as Chrysodeixis includens (Walker), a native economic pest. The species identification relies on male genitalia dissection and DNA analysis. These processes are time and cost-consuming and require expertise. In this work, we evaluated the use of wing geometric morphometrics (GM) as a tool to overcome the identification challenges associated with the complex morphologies of Chrysodeixis spp. The cleaned wings of specimens with validated identification were photographed under a digital microscope, and seven venation landmarks were annotated from the images. The digital coordinates of the wing landmarks were analyzed in MorphoJ. Our results validated the use of GM for distinguishing the invasive C. chalcites from the native C. includens. A limited number of landmarks on the center of the wing was used to address the challenges in GM for trap-collected lepidopteran pests. Future automation of the novel application of GM for identifying C. includens can be explored in trapping systems for IPM and surveys for the invasive C. chalcites.

Weeds in agricultural and non-agricultural systems: Media influence, impacts and trends for a better systematic control against alternate and collateral hosts of crop pests

Weeds significantly impact agricultural productivity and environmental health by competing with crops for resources and acting as alternate hosts for pests. This study uniquely combines an ecological inventory with quantitative assessments to address weeds’ role in various ecosystems, including agricultural and non-agricultural areas such as roadsides and industrial sites. Methods included field surveys, species identification, and indices like informant consensus factor (ICF) and use value (UV) to measure weed prevalence, competition and adaptability. Results highlight that species like Cyperus rotundus and Echinochloa spp. pose substantial threats, causing up to 70% yield loss in specific regions, particularly in tropical irrigated crops. Additionally, weeds cause water loss, soil depletion, and habitat disruption in non-agricultural zones. This study emphasizes the need for integrated control strategies, combining cultural, mechanical, and chemical approaches. Media influence is also discussed, stressing its role in public perception and policy development for sustainable weed management. This work provides novel insights for enhancing agricultural resilience and environmental sustainability through improved weed control.

Synthesis of SnO₂/COF green nanomaterials for effective pesticide decomposition and promoting tomato plants growth.

In last few decades, the agriculture sector is facing various type of crops diseases originated by crop pests. Among various crops the tomato plant is greatly affected by many pests such as aphids and whiteflies, which are badly decreasing tomato plant yield and effecting its growth. In last few years, various type of pesticides such as Neonicotinoids and Pyrethroids are employed with are badly effecting eco system and water bodies. In this research work, we prepared SnO2 nanosheets (SONS) by in-situ and green synthesis approach. Remarkably, SONS exhibit a larger surface area, tailored pore size, and higher catalytic performance than SnO2 nanoparticles (SONP). To further improve the efficiency of SONS, we coupled it with covalent organic farmwork nanosheets (COFNS) via the hydrothermal approach. The SONS@COFNS hybrid nanocatalysts exhibit improved carrier migration, enhanced porosity, multiple active sites, and exceptional light absorption capabilities. The as prepared green nanomaterials delivered improved activities for Neonicotinoids and Pyrethroids degradation. Remarkably, the most active sample 6COFNS/SONS showed the highest degradation efficiency (94%), which is approximately 1.92 times higher than the degradation efficiency of pristine SONS (49%). This work will ultimately contribute to developing green, ecofriendly nanomaterials for pesticides degradation and promoting tomato plants growth.