Crop Name: Garlic
Disease Name : Caterpillar
- The impact of this pest is highest during the winter season, i.e., in January and February.
- During winter, the pest is found in its pupal stage.
- This pest attacks the roots of the plants.
- It uses its curved mouthparts to penetrate the roots.
- Initially, the infested plant appears wilted, but eventually, it dies.
- During sowing, plant seeds at a slight distance from each other rather than too close.
- Implement crop rotation.
