Infestation of leaf curler insect (Sorti) was seen in paddy fields in Sukma district

The state government is continuously providing advice to farmers for agricultural treatment through Krishi Vigyan Kendras. In the districts of the state, the diseases occurring in agriculture are being identified district-wise and information is being given to the farmers about spraying of pesticides. In this series, infestation of leaf-folder insect has been seen in paddy fields in various villages of Sukma district, it is called Patti Lapetak or Chitari or Sorti. Methods and methods of spraying pesticides for its treatment have been told.

Agricultural scientists of Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sukma, during their field visit to Murtonada, Permapara, Neelavaram, Togpal, Sonakukanar, Nayanar, Rampuram of the district, found infestation of leaf-folder insect in paddy fields, it is called Patti Lapetak or Chitari or Sorti. The larva stage of this insect damages the crop. The larva of this insect sticks the tip of the leaf or both ends of the leaves with its saliva. In this way, the larva lives inside it and eats the green part (chlorophyll) of the leaves by scraping it, due to which white stripes appear on the leaves, due to which the process of making food in the leaves does not take place. The leaves affected by the insect later dry up and wither and the growth of the crop also stops. For its control and treatment, agricultural scientists advised the farmers to adopt effective measures. These include keeping the fields and ridges free from weeds. Use nutrients in balanced quantities. Install T-shaped bird towers for the birds to sit in the fields. Install light traps in the fields to catch nocturnal insects. Collect and destroy eggs or caterpillars when they are visible. Run a rope in the fields affected by the insect.

Agricultural scientists told that when the rain stops and the weather is clear, spray any one insecticide. Chlorpyrifos 20 EC. Effective control can be achieved by using insecticides at the rate of 1250 ml per hectare or Curtaf hydrochloride 50% SP 1000 grams per hectare or Chloretaniliprole 18.5: SC 150 grams per hectare or Indoxacarb 15.80% EC 200 ml per hectare. If the situation is not resolved, spray another insecticide after 15 days. For more information, contact the scientists of Krishi Vigyan Kendra and officials of the Agriculture Department before using chemical medicines.