Mustard Crop Under Attack: Aphids Produce 80,000 Offspring in 24 Hours

• Mustard crops in Sidhi, Madhya Pradesh, face a severe aphid infestation, threatening farmer yields.
• Aphids, also known as plant hoppers or greenflies, weaken plants, cause wilting, and lead to black sooty mold, impacting photosynthesis and oil content.
• Despite a 7-day lifespan, aphids reproduce rapidly, producing up to 80,000 offspring in 24 hours, making quick control crucial.
• Initial control methods include neem oil and shampoo spray; severe infestations require Imidacloprid after 2 PM to protect pollinators.
• Sawflies also pose a threat, eating leaves and laying larvae; timely irrigation and specific insecticides like Malathion 50 EC or Quinalphos 25 EC can control them.

Why It Matters: Aphids pose a rapid and severe threat to mustard crops, requiring immediate and effective pest control measures.