What are biopesticides?

Biopesticides are naturally occurring substances derived from animals, plants, bacteria and certain minerals that helps in controlling pests using non-toxic mechanisms. They have inhibitory effects on crop diseases and insect pests. Biopesticides are considered safer alternatives to chemical pesticides in pest management. They are non-toxic, naturally environmentally friendly and are a key ingredient in sustainable farming The 3 categories of biopesticides include microbial pesticides, plant-incorporated protectants and biochemical pesticides. Different species of fungi , bacteria , insects and other organisms are used as biopesticides .