Garlic 'Jalebi Disease' Strikes Shahjahanpur: Nitrogen Overuse Fuels Crisis

• Garlic crops in Shahjahanpur face 'Jalebi disease' threat due to cold weather, thrips, and fungi.
• Symptoms include yellowing and curling leaves, leading to smaller bulbs and significant yield loss.
• Dr. Puneet Kumar Pathak advises stopping excessive nitrogen use, which exacerbates pest attacks.
• Immediate action: spray Fipronil/Imidacloprid insecticide with Azoxystrobin + Tebuconazole fungicide, using a sticker.
• Preventive measures include clearing weeds, applying micronutrients, NPK 19:19:19, and controlled irrigation.

Why It Matters: Protect Shahjahanpur garlic from 'Jalebi disease' by managing nitrogen, timely spraying, and proper care.