Orobanche 'Laki Mula' Devastates Mustard Fields; Farmers Face Major Yield Loss

• Parasitic weed Orobanche (Laki Mula) attaches to mustard roots, sucking water and nutrients, severely reducing yield.
• Agriculture experts state no known method to destroy it; common pesticides are ineffective, and animals do not consume it.
• The weed is not visible in early stages, spreads rapidly via wind/water, and is more prevalent in sandy fields.
• Nagaur Agriculture Officer Shankar Lal Siyag warns of potential negative impact on domestic edible oil production if not controlled.
• Farmers are advised to avoid sowing mustard or cumin for 3-4 years in infested fields to deplete Orobanche seeds.