Mustard Crops Under Threat: White Rust & Aphids Plague Lakhimpur Kheri Farmers

• Mustard farmers in Lakhimpur Kheri face increased pest and disease incidence, particularly White Rust and aphids, due to December's dense fog and high moisture.
• White Rust, appearing as white fungal-like symptoms on leaves and pods, can severely impact production if not controlled promptly.
• District Agriculture Officer Surya Pratap Singh advises spraying 600-800 grams of Mancozeb per acre for White Rust, and 2 ml of Imidacloprid for aphids.
• Timely irrigation at the pod formation stage is crucial for better crop development and grain filling, as highlighted by Surya Pratap Singh.
• Despite challenges, mustard remains a profitable crop for farmers due to low costs, good market prices (₹6000-₹7000/quintal), and long storage capability.

Why It Matters: Lakhimpur Kheri mustard farmers must act fast against White Rust and aphids to protect profitable yields.