Mustard Crop Alert: Combat Leaf-Eating Caterpillars for Bumper Yield!

• Mustard crops in Hazaribagh, Jharkhand face leaf-eating caterpillar infestation, threatening yield.
• Dr. Arvind Kumar Singh advises regular field inspection and manual removal for early control.
• Use 4-5 pheromone traps per acre to disrupt caterpillar breeding cycle effectively.
• Spray 1500-2000 ml neem oil with 200 liters water per acre to kill pests and reduce appetite.
• Apply balanced fertilizers, including sulfur, to strengthen plants and deter pests; avoid excessive nitrogen.

Why It Matters: Timely pest control and expert-recommended methods ensure a healthy mustard crop and high yield.