Crop Name: Ginger
Disease Name : Leaf Wrapping Insect
- This pest causes damage to the crop between 2 to 5 months of crop growth.
- The chances of pest infestation increase in temperatures of 25 to 35 °C and relative humidity between 41% and 95%.
- The leaf roller cuts the leaves and then rolls them.
- It feeds on the leaf while staying inside the rolled leaf.
- Rolling of leaves reduces the process of photosynthesis.
- Maintain proper spacing between plants to ensure adequate air circulation and sunlight.
- Avoid the excessive use of nitrogen fertilizers.
- Keep the field clean and remove weeds regularly.
