Abstract
Groundnut is the largest oilseed in India in terms of production. Caryedon serratus (Olivier) (Bruchidae: Coleoptera) is one of the major pests of groundnut. It infests groundnut by making characteristic round holes on them which causes qualitative and quantitative losses. Considering limitations of chemical use, there is a need for alternate methods. A laboratory experiment was conducted to determine the efficacy of insecticidal plants: neem (Azadirachta indica), begunia (Vitex negundo), naguaeri (Lantana camera), custard apple (Annona reticulatnm) and powder of turmeric rhizome and red chili against the groundnut bruchid (Caryedon serratus). The experiment was laid out in a completely randomized design (CRD) with four replications. Parameters assessed included number of number of adults that emerged from each treatment,percentage of loss of the pod in 1st,2nd and 3rd month. The relative efficacy of plant product admixtures @2.0%(w/w) showed that, best protection was offered by neem leaf powder followed by turmeric rhizome powder. Weight loss of pods in neem leaf powder was 1.1%,4.0% and 10.13% on comparision to 14.2%, 17.63 and 29.23% in control after first, second and third month respectively.
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
