Biological control of Mango inflorescence hoppers Idioscopus spp
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ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research
Indian Institute of Horticultural Research (IIHR)
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An oil based formulation of this fungus was developed by the institute with a prolonged shelf life of more than 12 months that was as effective as chemical pesticides. Two- three sprays of the product at weekly intervals is recommend with recording of hopper infestation on panicles at flowering for effective control of the pest. The product /fungus proved to be safe to pollinators of mango such as Aphis sp, Chryosopha sp etc that are very important for fruit setting in mango.
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