Mango Crop Alert: Gumming Threat Looms, Act Now to Save Your Harvest!

• Rain during mango blossoming and fruiting stages increases pest incidence, threatening the crop.
• Pests like mango hoppers, mealybugs, powdery mildew, and anthracnose can destroy mango blossoms.
• Dr. C.K. Tripathi advises pre-blossom insecticide spray targeting pests hidden in tree bark.
• Combine insecticide and fungicide spray when fruits are pea-sized to combat powdery mildew and anthracnose.
• Use recommended insecticides (Imidacloprid, Malathion) and fungicides (sulfur, carbendazim) for protection; neem oil for organic farming.

Key Questions Answered

What new organic pest solutions are emerging?

Emerging organic pest solutions include neem oil-based sprays, a tobacco and neem mixture, and light trap technology.

Can small farmers access these advanced sprays easily?

Small farmers can access some advanced sprays through government subsidies and by adopting cost-effective techniques.