International Journal of Advances in Electrical Engineering
2025, Vol. 6, Issue 1, Part A
Innovative electrical engineering solutions for sustainable agricultural practices: Addressing pesticide resistance in insects
Author(s): Elena Martínez-Ruiz and Carlos Álvarez-Gómez
Abstract: Pesticide resistance in insect pests has emerged as one of the most pressing challenges to global agricultural sustainability, threatening crop productivity, farmer income, and food security. Conventional pest management strategies, reliant on repetitive chemical applications, have not only intensified resistance development but also increased environmental and health risks. This research explores the potential of innovative electrical engineering solutions—namely electrostatic spraying, sensor-guided applications, and electrostatic trapping—as sustainable alternatives to mitigate pesticide resistance in farming systems. Field-based experiments compared these engineering-driven interventions with conventional spraying to evaluate their impacts on pest density, pesticide usage, and crop yield. The results demonstrated that all three technologies significantly lowered pest populations while simultaneously reducing pesticide inputs by 30-60% and maintaining or enhancing yields. Electrostatic sprayers improved pesticide deposition efficiency, ensuring more uniform coverage and higher pest mortality with reduced dosages. Sensor-guided applications optimized timing by detecting pest pressure in real-time, thereby minimizing unnecessary spraying. Electrostatic traps provided an eco-friendly suppression mechanism that further reduced reliance on chemicals. Statistical analysis confirmed significant differences among treatments, with effect sizes indicating strong practical relevance. These outcomes highlight the dual benefits of enhanced pest control and sustainability through reduced chemical inputs, consistent with integrated pest management principles. The study concludes that the interdisciplinary integration of electrical engineering and agriculture offers a scalable and cost-effective pathway to combat resistance, protect the environment, and ensure resilient food systems. Practical recommendations include promoting farmer training on engineering-based tools, expanding access to sensor networks in rural areas, and encouraging policy incentives that support adoption of eco-friendly technologies. By leveraging technological innovations, agriculture can advance towards a model that balances productivity with ecological responsibility.
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Elena Martínez-Ruiz, Carlos Álvarez-Gómez. Innovative electrical engineering solutions for sustainable agricultural practices: Addressing pesticide resistance in insects. Int J Adv Electr Eng 2025;6(1):83-87.
