Abstract: In response to herbivores, the plants could produce and release HIPVs (Herbivore-induced volatiles) in an indirect pathway. HIPVs play an important role in the regulation between herbivores and their natural enemies, and also have preventive effect on pests. The releasing mechanism of HIPVs is mainly divided into the JA and SA signal pathways, different herbivores could induce the activation of different signaling pathways. This article presents the use of HIPVs in pest preventing in four aspects, including planting insect-resistant cultivars, application of transgenic plants, releasing artificial synthesis HIPVs, the use of exogenous chemicals. Theoretical basis of further development and utilization of HIPVs are provided for the prevention and control of agricultural pest in this paper.