Protect Chickpea Crops from Pod Borer Pest: 5 Essential Tips for Farmers

• Chickpea crops face increased pod borer pest infestation due to weather changes, threatening farmer profits.
• Agricultural expert Dinesh Jakhar emphasizes timely pest control to prevent significant crop damage and yield reduction.
• Pod borer pests feed on tender pods and leaves, hindering plant growth and decreasing chickpea production.
• Farmers should install 7-8 pheromone traps per hectare for early detection and implement control measures before March.
• Control methods include chemical sprays (Acephate 75 SP or Profenofos 50 EC), organic solutions like Trichogramma, neem-based products, and NPV spray.

Why It Matters: Timely and integrated pest management is crucial to protect chickpea crops from pod borer and ensure good yields.