Eradicate Termites in Mango Orchards: Expert Solution for Healthy Trees

• Termite infestation in mango orchards can severely damage roots and trunks, leading to reduced growth, yellowing leaves, and decreased fruit yield.
• District Agricultural Protection Officer Vijay Kumar highlights the profitability of mango cultivation but warns of increased damage if termites strike during flowering.
• An effective solution involves a mixture of curd, lime, Blitox, and Chlorpyrifos to combat termites and provide tree nutrition.
• Lime offers essential nutrients (calcium, magnesium, iron, zinc, manganese), while Chlorpyrifos acts as an insecticide and Blitox as a fungicide.
• For severe infestations, scratch affected areas, apply a thick coat of the Blitox-Chlorpyrifos-lime solution, or spray sour curd for relief.

Why It Matters: Protect mango trees from termites using a specialized solution of lime, Blitox, and Chlorpyrifos for healthy yields.