Insect pests can significantly affect crop health by causing physical damage to plant structures and by reducing the plant’s ability to carry out essential functions like photosynthesis. This damage often leads to reduced yields and overall crop productivity.
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Insect pests can significantly impact crop health and yields by feeding on plants, causing direct damage such as defoliation, stunted growth, and reduced fruit or grain quality. They can also transmit diseases, further compromising crop health. Infestations can lead to yield losses ranging from moderate to severe, depending on the pest species, population density, and susceptibility of the crop, affecting agricultural productivity and profitability.