Diamondback Moth Devastates Cauliflower Crops: Farmers Urged to Act Now!

• Plutella xylostella (Diamondback Moth) is a major threat to cauliflower, causing up to 80-90% yield loss.
• The larva is particularly destructive, scraping leaves and hindering plant growth by leaving only veins.
• Mustard can be used as a trap crop, planting one row after every three rows of cauliflower to attract pests.
• Organic control methods include spraying 4% neem oil or neem seed kernel extract (NSKE) in early stages.
• For severe infestations, systemic insecticides can be used, preferably sprayed in the evening and avoiding flowering stages.