Agroforestry is a traditional land use system that may contribute to the solution of
environmental problems in agriculture. Agroforestry is the practice of deliberately integrating …

Ecological role of insects in cocoa agroforestry systems is a key component of biodiversity
that generally underlines what insects do in cocoa agroforestry systems. Although insects …

Highlights•Pest control and crop pollination are critical services for crop production.•Pest
control and crop pollination are usually managed separately.•IPPM promotes the co …

Introduction Soil health is critical for the efficient management of soil fertility and crop yield in
“green” cocoa (GC)(Theobroma cacao L.) agroforestry systems. However, knowledge about …

Arthropods are crucial for sustaining global cacao cultivation, contributing to diverse
ecological functions within the cacao agroecosystem. Despite their importance, there'sa lack …

Although usage persists in some countries, fipronil is banned or restricted in many others.
Prior to its ban on cocoa in Ghana, concerns about its effect on non-target insects and …

BACKGROUND This study explored the impact of Leucothyreus femoratus, a previously
unreported folivorous pest in cacao cultivation, on cacao tree survival, development, and …

Arthropods play vital roles in ecosystem functions, yet their distribution is subjected to
environmental factors. Hence, this study investigates the impact of habitat features on …

Given the rapid changes in tropical agricultural production, the evaluation of different
management practices has gained interest to determine the effects of land-use change on …

Agriculture is the backbone of the economic development and livelihood of each country
worldwide. There is a huge need for growth to sustain rapidly growing populations in many …