Ringspot virus is one of the most destructive infections which is mainly spread by mechanical activities through the sap.
The greenish mosaic pattern on leaves can also be distorted with reduced leaf area. Fruits and flowers may drop. Patches appear on the fruits as well with some bumps on them due to nutrient deficiency. The characteristic ring spots are seen on the fruits.
The most effective preventive measure is vector control using insecticides and micronutrient sprays. Spreading plastic silver-coloured mulch is another way of their management. Water-soaked oil patches appear on petioles. Using resistant or clean seedlings is another ideal option for prevention.
Sl.No | Viricides | Dosage per litre of water |
1 | Kaybee Viro Raze Bio Viricide | 1-2ml/lit |
2 | Katyayani Anti Virus | 3-5ml/lit |
3 | Vedagna Viru | 2.5g/lit |
4 | Susthira Virtue | 1ml/lit |
5 | V-Bind Bio Viricide | 2-3ml/lit |
Antiviral sprays can be used as a preventive and curative measure. For curative measure, it should be sprayed at an interval of 4 days for the first two sprays and later for a gap of 10-15 days. Adding proper micronutrients to the plant is also essential.
Note: The information contained herein is for informational purposes only. Nothing herein shall be construed to be financial or legal advice. Pesticides are a considerable risk of loss in crops and viewers are advised to do their own research before making any decisions.
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