•Wheat and chickpea crops in Khargone district are affected by Glume Blotch disease and larvae attack, causing grains to turn black.
•Farmers are distressed as medicines are not showing much effect, leading to concerns about crop yield and market value.
•Fluctuating weather with high humidity is contributing to the rapid spread of Glume Blotch, which initially causes yellowing before blackening grains.
•Agricultural scientist Dr. R.K. Singh advises early detection and spraying to prevent widespread damage, as the disease spreads slowly.
•Experts recommend Propiconazole (15 ml/pump) for Glume Blotch and Emamectin Benzoate (8-10 grams/pump) for larvae control.
