Hidden Enemy Threatens Wheat: Root Grub Can Destroy Crops in 30 Days!

• Root grub is rapidly spreading in Khandwa and Nimar regions, silently weakening wheat crops due to changing weather (warm days, cold nights).
• The pest damages wheat roots, stunting growth, yellowing leaves, and significantly impacting production if not controlled.
• Crops aged 30-35 days are most vulnerable, with potential losses of 30-40% per acre if untreated, warns Sunil Patel of Jai Krishi Kisan Clinic.
• Prevention includes seed treatment with Imidacloprid 48% FS (2 ml/kg seed) before sowing.
• For 20-25 day old crops, apply Chloropyriphos granular (5 kg/acre) or Fipronil (5 kg/acre) with first irrigation; for severe cases, spray Imidacloprid 70% WP + Chloropyriphos 50% + Cypermethrin 5%.

Why It Matters: Protect wheat from root grub with timely seed treatment and targeted pesticide application to prevent major losses.