Cold Boosts Papaya/Chili Mosaic, Leaf Curl: Prevent Spread Now (60 chars)

• Mosaic virus and leaf curl disease are increasing in papaya and chili plants, especially in cold weather, spread by insects like whiteflies and aphids.
• Immediately uproot and destroy affected plants to prevent spread; spray Dimethoate 30 EC (1 ml/liter) to control insect vectors.
• Maintain field cleanliness by removing weeds, ensure proper plant spacing, and avoid dense planting to reduce disease spread.
• Select disease-resistant varieties, cultivate healthy nursery plants, and use seed treatment to prevent outbreaks.
• For organic farming, use yellow sticky traps, neem oil (5 ml/liter), or lassi solutions; ensure balanced plant nutrition, including potash and micronutrients.

Why It Matters: Safeguard your papaya and chili harvests from viral diseases.