Aphid Threat to Rabi Crops in Cold: Timely Spraying Crucial for Farmers

• Rabi crops like lentils, mustard, coriander, and wheat face aphid infestation during cold weather, causing yellowing and weakening.
• Pesticide expert Amit Singh from Satna highlights aphids' sap-sucking nature, which depletes chlorophyll and hinders photosynthesis.
• Thiamethoxam (50g/acre), Imidacloprid (50-100ml/acre), and Chloropyriphos 20% EC (300-350ml/acre) are recommended for effective control.
• These three pesticides can be mixed in 120 liters of water for one acre; spraying should be done in the afternoon for best results.
• Timely intervention is critical to prevent significant yield loss and financial burden on farmers.

Why It Matters: Timely and correct application of specific pesticides can effectively control aphid infestations in Rabi crops.