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Insect pests threaten rice production and food security in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). This review highlights successful sustainable pest management strategies and identifies gaps for future research and policy to improve rice farming resilience.

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  • Insect pests pose a major threat to rice production in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), impacting food security and farmer livelihoods.
  • Effective pest management is crucial for sustainable agriculture in the region.

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  • To review major insect pests affecting rice in SSA.
  • To highlight successful sustainable pest management strategies and case studies.
  • To identify research gaps and policy recommendations for enhancing rice production.

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  • Literature review of scientific publications and case studies on rice pest management in SSA.
  • Analysis of various sustainable management strategies, including biological control, biopesticides, resistant varieties, and integrated approaches.
  • Examination of challenges hindering adoption and identification of future research needs.

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  • Successful case studies demonstrate the efficacy of biological control agents, neem-based pesticides, push-pull technology, agroecological practices, resistant rice varieties, integrated farming systems, and farmer field schools.
  • Emerging technologies like biotechnology and precision agriculture show potential for enhancing pest control within Integrated Pest Management (IPM) frameworks.
  • Widespread adoption is limited by financial constraints, low awareness, policy issues, and inadequate infrastructure.

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  • Sustainable pest management strategies are available and effective in Sub-Saharan Africa.
  • Addressing financial, awareness, policy, and infrastructure challenges is critical for wider adoption.
  • Further research is needed for region-specific solutions, improved biopesticides, and long-term impact assessments. Policy support and stakeholder collaboration are essential for resilient rice production.