Sorghum stink bug is an important insect pest of sorghum and is commonly known as the green vegetable bug or green shield bug. The Sorghum stink bug is a polyphagous pest, which means it feeds on a wide range of plants other than sorghum, such as pulses, pearl millet, sunflower etc. They feed on all parts of the plants, but mainly cause damage to the developing grains. In this article, we will explore the impact of stink bugs on sorghum crops and management strategies for controlling their populations.
The adult sorghum stink bug is a greenish brown insect with a shield-shaped body and has a characteristic triangular pattern on their body. Sorghum stink bugs are known for their unpleasant odor, which is emitted as a defense mechanism when they are disturbed or crushed.
Sorghum stink bug infestation can be categorized into two types, viz. primary and secondary. Primary infestation occurs when the insect feeds on the plant during the vegetative stage, leading to stunted growth. Secondary infestation occurs when the insect feeds on the developing grains, causing the grains to shrink and deform.
Scientific Name: Nezara viridula
Sorghum stink bug is a major pest of sorghum in many parts of India. Some of the states most affected by this pest include Maharashtra, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat and Rajasthan.
Sorghum stink bug infestation can cause significant damage to the sorghum crop. Some of the symptoms of sorghum stink bug infestation are as follows:
The following are the various cultural, physical, mechanical, biological and chemical measures that can be employed to effectively manage sorghum stink bug infestations.
Commercial chemicals that can be used to control sorghum stink bug includes,
Product Name | Technical Content | Dosage |
Karate Insecticide | Lambdacyhalothrin 5% EC | 1.5 ml/lit of water |
Ekalux Insecticide | Quinalphos 25% EC | 2 ml / lit of water |
Alika Insecticide | Thiamethoxam 12.6% + Lambda-cyhalothrin 9.5% ZC | 0.5 ml/lit of water |
Profex Super Insecticide | Profenophos 40% + Cypermethrin 4% EC | 2 ml/lit of water |
Asataf Insecticide | Acephate 75% SP | 1.5 gm/lit of water |
Koranda Insecticide | Chlorpyrifos 50% + Cypermethrin 5% EC | 2 ml/lit of water |
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