Yiwei Li ¹ , Xianquan Qin ¹ , Liyu Liang ² , Jin Wang ² , Xi Wang ¹ , Hongli Li ¹

1.Horticultural research institute, Guangxi academy of agriculture sciences, Nanning, Guangxi, China
2 College of Agricultural Engineering, Guangxi vocational university of agriculture, Nanning, Guangxi, China
Author    Correspondence author
Molecular Entomology, 2024, Vol. 15, No. 6   
Received: 22 Oct., 2024    Accepted: 28 Nov., 2024    Published: 13 Dec., 2024

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Loquat (Eriobotrya japonica) is a valuable fruit crop with increasing global cultivation, but it faces significant challenges from pest infestations, which threaten yield and fruit quality. Enhancing insect resistance in loquat is crucial for sustainable crop protection. This study explores the mechanisms of insect resistance in loquat, focusing on plant structural defenses, phytochemical production, and genetic resistance mechanisms. Advances in molecular research, including the identification of resistance genes and breeding strategies, are also discussed. Integrated pest management (IPM) approaches that incorporate insect-resistant varieties are examined, with a case study demonstrating the effectiveness of these strategies in real-world loquat production. This study highlights the importance of developing insect-resistant loquat varieties as a sustainable solution to pest management challenges and outlines future directions for genetic enhancement and global application.

Loquat cultivation; Insect resistance; Pest management; Genetic resistance; Integrated pest management (IPM)