ENTOMOFAUNA ASSOCIATED WITH ITALIAN PUMPKIN CULTIVATION “Cucurbita pepo/gray zucchini” UNDER AGROECOLOGICAL SYSTEM IN CAMPECHE, MEXICO
ENTOMOFAUNA ASSOCIATED WITH ITALIAN PUMPKIN CULTIVATION “Cucurbita pepo/gray zucchini” UNDER AGROECOLOGICAL SYSTEM IN CAMPECHE, MEXICO
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.22533/at.ed.973422408022
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Palavras-chave: Insectos asociados a cucurvitaceae, buenas prácticas agroecológicas,
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Keywords: Insects associated with cucurvitaceae, good agroecological practices.
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Abstract:
This study focuses on the entomofauna associated with the cultivation of Zucchini Gray squash in agroecological systems in Campeche, Mexico. The research reveals the relevance of various insects, both beneficial and harmful, in the dynamics of this agricultural ecosystem. Earwigs and bees were identified as crucial elements for the biological control of agricultural pests, playing a prominent role in the natural regulation of harmful populations such as aphids, scales and mites. These findings support the notion that the diversity and activity of beneficial insects are essential for integrated pest management in sustainable agricultural systems. However, the presence of insect pests was also evident, such as thrips, laminated-legged bugs and aphids, representing potential threats to crops. These pest insects can cause significant damage, from lesions on the leaf blade to the transmission of viruses and toxins that weaken crops. The transfer of scientific knowledge to the agricultural community, environmental authorities and specialized scientists is essential for the effective implementation of sustainable agricultural practices. This approach not only contributes to improving agricultural management through informed practices, but also promotes the conservation of biodiversity and the resilience of agroecosystems. The Zucchini Gray pumpkin, an important part of the cucurbit family, plays a prominent role in human and animal nutrition due to its rich nutritional contribution. Despite facing challenges due to the presence of entomofauna in tropical and subtropical areas, its cultivation remains essential for food security and the local economy in Campeche, Mexico.
- Mario Ben-Hur Chuc Armendáriz
- Felipe de Jesús González Rodríguez
- Gonzalo Miguel Quetz Aguirre
- Marlene Méndez Moreno
- Ángel Francisco Can Cabrera
- Mildred Yazmin Uc Yah