Measures to control leaf miner in cotton

Measures to control leaf miner in cotton

Leaf miner in cotton, these are very small insects, which make tunnels by going inside the leaves. This causes white lines on the leaves. Due to which the plants are hindered in photosynthesis.

Prevention: In case of infestation, spray Neemgold neem oil 1000 ml/acre or Bave-Curv (Beauveria bassiana 5% WP) 500 gm/acre mixed in 200 liters of water.

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Control weeds in cotton crop

Measures to control leaf miner in cotton

To obtain a high quality crop, it is necessary to keep the Cotton crop free from weeds. Due to being a weed, the yield of Cotton is adversely affected, as well as the quality of the crop also deteriorates. Do weeding in Cotton crops from time to time. In cotton, do the first weeding at 15-20 days and the second at the crop stage of 50-55 days. For chemical control, after sowing and before seed germination, spray Dhanutop (Pendimethalin 30% EC) at the rate of 1 liter/acre mixed with 200 liters. For better results, soil moisture is very important while applying the herbicide.

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