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Modern agriculture faces a persistent threat from flying insect pests, which often drives farmers to rely heavily on chemical insecticide, harming ecosystems, food safety, and long-term soil health. This innovative project presents a smart, solar-powered insect trap as a sustainable alternative, aligning with the principles of Integrated Pest Management (IPM). Harnessing sunlight to power UV-A lights and sticky surfaces, the trap targets pests through natural behaviours like phototaxis and colour attraction, operating autonomously with minimal maintenance. Its modular design includes optional smart sensors for remote data monitoring, making it adaptable to precision farming. Field trials on a fruit orchard showed promising results: pesticide use was cut by over 60%, crop yields increased by 15%, and beneficial insects remained largely unaffected. With its low-cost design and environmental benefits, this solar insect trap; SPIT-IPM offers a scalable, green technology solution for farmers seeking to boost productivity while protecting nature. Future enhancements including AI-driven pest identification and automated lure systems could further revolutionize pest control in sustainable agriculture.