Bitter gourd crop should not be affected by sucking insect

Bitter gourd is rich in nutrients. Due to which it is also used in many Ayurvedic medicines. Its consumption improves digestion and also provides relief in many other diseases like diabetes, skin diseases, leprosy, arthritis, etc. Due to so many benefits, despite the bitter taste of bitter gourd, it remains in demand. To get a good crop of bitter gourd, it is very important to protect it from various nectar insects. From here you can learn the methods to control various sucking insects affecting bitter gourd crop.

• Mites: These small insects suck the sap of tender leaves. Due to which white spots appear on the leaves. Infestation of mites hinders the growth of plants. To control this pest, spray 50 ml country hawk in 150 liters of water.

• Other sucking insects: These include moyla, green oil etc. Such pests cause heavy damage to the crop by sucking the sap of the leaves. As a result the leaves turn yellow and dry up. If this pest is not controlled in time, then the growth of plants stops. Spray neem oil on these pests for biological control. Apart from this, 5 ml imidacloprid 17.8% SL in 15 liters of water. The control of these pests can also be achieved by spraying in combination.

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