Insect monitoring system and method

An insect monitoring system (ISM), method of operating and related e-commerce system are provided. The ISM includes an insect attracting light, an intake, a channel between intake and exhaust, an insect collecting net (ICN) in the channel, a fan for airflow in the channel, and one or more cameras pointed on the ICN. The insect attracting light and the fan are activated such that insects are drawn into the intake and trapped against the ICN. The cameras acquire images of the ICN. The images are processed and analyzed using a machine learning algorithm to recognize a type and number of insects. Recommendations are provided based on the analysis. In some aspects, the insect monitoring system is connected to electronic devices over a communication network. The electronic devices are provided with an e-commerce application for sale of products and services responsive to the recommendations or otherwise marketable to the user.