The caterpillar of the fruit borer is the most harmful. In the initial stage, this caterpillar eats the leaves, and later damages the fruits by piercing the fruit, the holes made by the caterpillar are circular. One caterpillar of this pest can damage 2-8 fruits, and the quality and yield of the crop also reduce.
Control: For monitoring and management of the pod borer, apply Helico-O-Lure @ 10 funnel traps per acre in the field. If infestation is observed, spray Cosko (Chlorantraniliprole 18.50% SC) @ 60 ml per acre or Lamanova (Lambda Cyhalothrin 04.90 % CS) @ 120 ml per acre with 150-200 litres of water.
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