Return on Investment in Integrated Pest Management

Integrated Pest Management is often promoted as a smarter, more sustainable alternative to over-reliance on pesticides. But in practice, it is too often handed to pest control teams as if they alone are responsible for delivering its return. This book argues that IPM should be evaluated as an organization-wide investment, not just a pest management expense.

Return on Investment in Integrated Pest Management is a practical guide for growers, PCAs, consultants, and agricultural decision-makers who want to evaluate IPM in real economic terms. Andreas Neuman moves beyond one-season yield comparisons to show how cost, timing, labor, logistics, risk, and market positioning shape whether an IPM program actually pays off.

The book explains why ROI in IPM is harder to measure than most agricultural inputs—and why many of its most important returns extend beyond the pest control budget. Some come from agronomic results: fewer outbreaks, reduced input dependence, stronger biological control, and better long-term system performance. Others come from how those practices are translated into business value through certifications, market access, customer trust, brand positioning, and clearer messaging. Just as important, the book shows why time horizon matters: some returns are seasonal, while others only become visible across multiple years.

Whether you are building a new program or trying to better understand an existing one, this book is designed to help you make clearer, more confident decisions about how IPM creates value across the operation—not just in the field.

Author: Andreas Neuman