- Thrips are small and soft-bodied light yellow insects, both stages i.e, nymphs and adults, of this pest cause damage.
- They are usually found on the upper side of the leaves but if there is an increase in their growth they can be found on the lower side of the leaves as well.
- They attack the leaves, the buds, and flowers of the crop with their sharp mouthparts.
- Thrips infestation can cause the leaves to turn brown from the edges and the leaf of the affected plant appears to be dry and withered.
- The leaves become discolored and curl upwards.
- For prevention of thrips, use of FIPRONIL 5% SC @ 400 ml / acre or LAMBDA CYHALOTHRIN 4.9 % CS @ 300 ml / acre or SPINOSAD 45 % SC @ 60 ml / acre.
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