Exploring Ginger as Botanical Pesticides for Sustainable Maize Protection, Economic Growth, and Landscape Planning Strategies for Maize in North Sumatra, Indonesia

Abstract

Maize production in Indonesia faces a significant challenge from the emerging threat of Spodoptera frugiperda , leading to heavy reliance on chemical control methods. Unfortunately, this results in high residue levels, impacting human health and the environment. Addressing this, ginger emerges as a botanical insecticide, presenting a solution to mitigate these negative consequences. Evaluating the botanical insecticide industry's export and import values reveals its potential contribution to economic growth, enhancing national income and societal prosperity. This article addresses the maize armyworm problem through ginger-derived botanical pesticides, evaluating economic benefits and exploring the feasibility of ginger-based formulations, considering economic factors and landscape planning. The systematic review, following the PRISMA-P methodology, ensures a transparent analysis of scientific production in four stages: identification, screening, feasibility assessment, and inclusion. Recent research highlights ginger's efficacy in pest management, emphasizing ecological benefits and sustainable practices. Ginger-based botanical pesticides support environmental sustainability and offer positive economic potential. A holistic maize farming approach in North Sumatra forms the foundation for productive and eco-friendly agriculture. Training in pest management is crucial for maximizing economic benefits and ensuring sustainable ginger-based botanical pesticide application. The amalgamation of scientific research and ginger-based practices offers a model for effective, economical, and sustainable farming.