Abstract:
This paper summarizes the literature on the main pest control methods of plum orchards. The purpose of the paper is to
present the state of knowledge on the main pest control methods of plum plantations existing in our country and
beyond. The research was made based on comparative studies and case studies based on data from the specialized
literature. Integrated pest management is a system of measures using all available methods, including biological and
agrotechnical, as well as pesticides, to predict and prevent economic damage caused by pests. Pests are any organisms,
including weeds, insects, disease pathogens, which are harmful to the planting, crop growth, harvesting and marketing
of the fruit. Integrated pest management is a good practice in horticulture because, potentially, it can increase
productivity, reduce costs and contribute to the stability of agriculture and environment. As a general conclusion, plum
pests can be combated by both conventional and unconventional methods.
