Guava Cultivation: Take these measures to protect guava cultivation from pests

Guava Cultivation: In the area, farmers have grown guava in great numbers. Guava production is helping farmers become self-sufficient, yet there is a noticeable insect infestation in guava farming. Aphids and mealybugs are causing problems for farmers, but the Agriculture Department has proposed management strategies that would make it simple for farmers to eradicate them.

What are the opinions of farm officials?

Aphids and mealybugs plague guava, according to Dr. Birendra Anant, Assistant Director of the Rajnandgaon district’s Agriculture Department, who spoke to the media. The delicate leaves degenerate as a result of both of these insects sucking the juice from the leaves and stems. Controlling these pests is crucial since guava is severely damaged at this point. All of the systematic insecticides that are now on the market can be utilized to address this issue and successfully control guava pests.

Aphid and mealybug pest symptoms in guava

There are many ways to identify mealybug and aphid infestations in guava. These insects cluster on leaves, stems, flowers, and the underside of fruits, resembling white cotton. Because these insects drain the plants’ juice, the plants’ development slows down, and the fruits ripen earlier than expected. These insects cause the guava’s leaves to curl and become yellow, which seriously damages the fruit.

Aphid and mealybug prevention measures

One part nicotine sulfate diluted in 600 parts water may be sprayed on guava plants to reduce mealybugs and aphids. The most afflicted branches should also be chopped off and destroyed. It is possible to spray 0.05 percent Metasystox. Spraying 5% Malathion dust at 25 kg/hectare or Chlorpyrifos 20 EC at 2.5 ml/liter of water will identify and eliminate ant colonies.