What are the benefits of plant-incorporated protectants?

Plant-incorporated protectants can be a promising pest management alternative where traditional pesticides may not be as effective and/or where other options may be more expensive.  In some cases, the use of plant-incorporated protectants could increase crop yield and/or reduce farmers' costs; provide additional tools for integrated pest management programs, and provide other environmental benefits.  Plant-incorporated protectants can be used as a part of Integrated Pest Management and have the potential to reduce the use of conventional pesticides, which may pose higher risk to human health and the environment.