Crop Name: Tomato
Disease Name : Fruit Borer
- This pest appears after hot weather followed by light rainfall.
- It attacks during the fruiting stage.
- It can reduce crop yield by up to 35 percent.
- The fruit borer attacks developing fruits.
- A single fruit can be infested by 6 to 8 larvae.
- Destroy the infected fruits and larvae.
- Use resistant seed varieties and seek timely expert advice.