Defeating Cotton Thrips: A Guide For Successful Management
If you’re facing concerns about cotton thrips affecting your crop, worry no more. We are here to provide you with valuable information and guidance on how to effectively deal with these pesky insects. You can identify them by their narrow, elongated body and fringed wings. Hot and dry conditions favor the growth and development of thrips. Equip yourself with knowledge by diving into this informative resource and tackle the challenges posed by cotton thrips.
Both nymphs and adults suck the sap from leaves and cause damage to cotton plants.
Scientific Name: Thrips tabaci
We can see cotton thrips in all cotton growing areas, but some of the most affected states include Maharashtra, Karnataka, Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Madhya Pradesh.
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) methods offer a comprehensive approach to effectively manage and control cotton thrips. This multifaceted strategy encompasses a range of techniques, including cultural, mechanical, biological and chemical measures, providing a holistic solution for thrips control in cotton cultivation.
If the cotton thrips infestation becomes severe, it is necessary to take action to control their population. One effective approach is the utilization of commercial chemical insecticides. Below are some examples of insecticides commonly employed for controlling cotton thrips:
Product Name | Technical Content | Dosage |
Delegate Insecticide | Spinetoram 11.7 % SC | 0.9 ml/lit water |
Admire Insecticide | Imidacloprid 70% WG | 0.3 gm/lit water |
Karate Insecticide | Lambdacyhalothrin 5% EC | 1.5 ml/lit water |
Nurelle D Insecticide | Chlorpyriphos 50% + Cypermethrin 5% EC | 2 ml/lit water |
Katyayani Thioxam | Thiamethoxam 25% WG | 0.4 gm/lit water |
Shinzen Plus Insecticide | Fipronil 5 % SC | 3 ml/lit water |
Benevia Insecticide | Cyantraniliprole 10.26% OD | 1 ml/lit water |
Osheen Insecticide | Dinotefuran 20 % SG | 0.5 gm/lit water |
Keefun Insecticide | Tolfenpyrad 15% EC | 1.5-2 ml/lit of water |
Anshul Ikon Insecticide | Acetamiprid 20% S.P | 0.5 gm/lit of water |
Tracer Insecticide | Spinosad 44.03% SC | 0.3 ml/lit of water |
Tafgor Insecticide | Dimethoate 30% EC | 2 ml/lit of water |
Marshal Insecticide | Carbosulfan 25% EC | 2.5 ml/lit water |
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