Harnessing the power of cinnamon oil: A review of its potential as natural biopesticide and its implications for food security
Yursida Yursida,
Frederick Andrew,
Karlin Agustina,
Evriani Mareza,
Ummi Kalsum,
Ikhwani Ikhwani,
Sri Rahayuningsih,
Erny Yuniarti,
Nicky Rahmana Putra
Affiliations
Yursida Yursida
Faculty of Agriculture, University of IBA, Palembang City, South Sumatera, 30113, Indonesia
Frederick Andrew
Department of Defence & Security (DAS), Rabdan Academy, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Karlin Agustina
Faculty of Agriculture, University of IBA, Palembang City, South Sumatera, 30113, Indonesia
Evriani Mareza
Faculty of Agriculture, University of IBA, Palembang City, South Sumatera, 30113, Indonesia
Ummi Kalsum
Faculty of Agriculture, University of IBA, Palembang City, South Sumatera, 30113, Indonesia
Ikhwani Ikhwani
Research Center for Food Crops, National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), Complex Cibinong Science Center–BRIN, Cibinong, 16911, Jawa Barat, Indonesia
Sri Rahayuningsih
Research Center for Horticulture Crops, National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), Complex Cibinong Science Center–BRIN, Cibinong, 16915, Jawa Barat, Indonesia
Erny Yuniarti
Research Center for Horticulture Crops, National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), Complex Cibinong Science Center–BRIN, Cibinong, 16915, Jawa Barat, Indonesia
Nicky Rahmana Putra
Research Center for Pharmaceutical Ingredients and Traditional Medicine, National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), Complex Cibinong Science Center–BRIN, Cibinong, 16911, Jawa Barat, Indonesia; Corresponding author.
The escalating concerns about the environmental and health impacts of synthetic pesticides have intensified the search for sustainable and effective alternatives. Cinnamon oil, derived from the bark of Cinnamomum species, has emerged as a promising candidate in this arena due to its potent biopesticidal properties. This review explores the multifaceted role of cinnamon oil in agricultural pest management, emphasizing its potential to contribute significantly to food security. We discuss the bioactive components of cinnamon oil, their modes of action against various pests, and the effectiveness of cinnamon oil formulations. The review also addresses the challenges associated with the consistency and efficacy of cinnamon oil, its regulatory landscape, and the economic considerations for its use on a larger scale. By integrating findings from recent studies, this review underscores the viability of cinnamon oil as a cornerstone in future sustainable agricultural practices, aiming to reduce dependency on chemical pesticides and enhance global food security.
