Abstract Integrated pest and pollinator management (IPPM) has emerged as a promising pest management paradigm for pollinator-dependent cropping systems. Although its conceptual foundation is well-supported in literature, on-farm implementation remains limited. In this article, we explore 4 core challenges impeding the widespread adoption of IPPM: variability in crop pollinator dependence and pest pressure, mismatches between pollination metrics and crop marketability, limited validation of IPPM outcomes, and economic tradeoffs faced by growers. By framing IPPM within these real-world constraints, we provide a roadmap to guide future research and outreach efforts toward more actionable and grower-relevant strategies.
Leach et al. (Thu,) studied this question.