BEST MANAGEMENT OF MITES  IN COTTON

BEST MANAGEMENT OF MITES IN COTTON

Introduction

Mites are a significant pest in cotton cultivation, posing a threat to crop health and yield. These tiny arachnids can rapidly multiply under favorable conditions, leading to large infestations that can severely impact cotton production. Effective management of mites is crucial for maintaining plant vigor and ensuring high-quality cotton fiber.

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Symptoms

Mites in cotton cause noticeable damage, starting with small, yellow or red spots on the leaves. These spots merge over time, making the leaves look bronzed or speckled. Severely infested leaves dry out and fall off, weakening the plant and reducing yield. You might also see webbing on the underside of leaves where mites gather and lay eggs.
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Chemical control

Omite is a popular miticide used in agriculture due to its effectiveness against a wide range of mite species. It contains Propargite 57% EC as its active ingredient, providing rapid and robust control throughout the mite life cycle. This product acts on contact, reaching mites in dense crop canopies through direct application, residual effects, and vapor action. By disrupting mite enzyme systems, Omite interferes with their metabolism, respiration, and nervous functions. The recommended rate of application is 400ml/acre for optimal control of mites in agricultural.
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Curacron is insecticide which contains Profenofos 50% EC. It is quick in action, providing an immediate knock-down effect. Curacron Insecticide is compatible with all existing plant protection chemicals available in the market except alkaline formulations.It is also used as an acaricide giving excellent control of mites on a variety of crops. The recommended dosage is 800 to 1000ml/acre.
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Abacin Insecticide, with its technical content of Abamectin 1.9% EC, offers broad-spectrum control as both a miticide and insecticide. Derived from natural sources, it ensures safety for mammals. Its mode of action involves strong translaminar activity, providing effective control through contact and stomach action, making it highly effective as a Chloride Channel Activator. The recommended dosage is 150ml per acre, optimizing its efficacy across agricultural applications.

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                     Conclusion

We hope that this information will be helpful to you. By this information you can effectively manage the problems caused by mites using above chemcials. To get all kinds of information related to crops visit our website https://khethari.com / or give missed call to 6301876413.

NOTE

The information provided here is for educational purposes only and it should not be considered as any financial or legal advice. The watchers are adviced to do their own research before making any kind of decision.

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