Abstract

Although conventional pesticides have been proved efficient in controlling pests and disease vectors and their use has greatly
increased the agricultural productivity, they are still toxic chemicals which are dangerous not only to pests but humans and other
animals also. They have instant as well as long-term impacts such as cancer. Thus, there is a need for a convenient alternative
of chemical pesticides which can be used for pest management. This is where biopesticides comes in the picture. Biopesticides
are natural components which are obtained from living organisms, they are less harmful than the conventional pesticides and in
present time biopesticides can have a great significance in controlling pesticide pollution without compromising the productivity
of crops. This article deals with harmful effects of chemical pesticides and biopesticides as an eco-friendly alternative of
chemical pesticides, types of biopesticides, biopesticides as a sustainable tool of integrated pest management, and current status
of biopesticides.