Nematodes are microscopic worm-like insects that mainly attack the plant roots of vegetable crops like – (Tomato, Brinjal, Chili, Okra, and Cucumber). The formation of knots on the roots is the main symptom of this nematode. Small knots are formed on the roots of the diseased plant, due to which the plant’s ability to absorb nutrients and water decreases, due to which the plant remains yellow and small. The growth of the plant stops and eventually, the whole crop dries up.
Control measures:
After light irrigation of the field in summer, do 2-3 deep ploughing at an interval of 10-12 days. Due to this, the nematodes will come to the upper surface and die due to sunlight.
To control it, apply Nemato Free Plus (Verticillium chlamydosporium) @ 2-4 kg/acre at the time of field preparation, sowing or transplanting. Treat the land with Velam Prime (Fluopyram 34.48% SC) 250 ml/acre through drip or drenching.
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