Management of viral diseases in Bitter Gourd

  • In Bitter Gourd, viral diseases are caused by white flies and aphids.
  • In this disease, irregular, light and dark green and yellow stripes or spots appear on the leaves.
  • The leaves then turn, block, shrink and the veins of the leaves become dark green or light yellow.
  • The plant remains small and the fruits seem to be full or fall off.
  • White fly and aphid should be controlled to prevent this disease.
  • Spraying of acetamiprid 20% SP @ 40g / acre and streptomycin 20g in 200 liters of water at an interval of 10-15 days to protect such insects. Or
  • Spray spraying with Streptomycin 20 g + Diafenthiuron 50 WP 300 gm per acre in 200-250 liter water.
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