Management of Mites in Cotton
Do you observe discoloration, stunted growth or the presence of fine webbing in your cotton fields? If so, you may be facing a mite infestation. These tiny mites in cotton can cause significant harm to cotton crops, leading to visible damage that negatively impacts plant health and reduces productivity.
However, don’t worry! We are here to guide you on how to overcome mite infestation in your cotton field. By following the recommended approaches provided, you can effectively manage mite infestations and protect the health and productivity of your cotton field.
Mites are a type of sap feeder, which feeds on the sap of the cotton plants.
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The exact distribution of Cotton Mites is not well documented in India. However, they can be found in all cotton growing areas.
Cotton mites are a common pest of cotton crops and can cause significant damage if not managed effectively. To control these pests, an integrated approach that combines several management strategies is necessary.
Chemical measures include application of commercial insecticides to control cotton mites. Insecticides that can be used to control are mentioned in the table below,
Product Name | Technical Content | Dosage |
Oberon Insecticide | Spiromesifen 22.9% SC | 0.3 ml /lit water |
Neon Insecticide | Fenpyroximate 5%EC | 1-1.5 ml/lit of water |
Abacin Insecticide | Abamectin 1.9% EC | 0.7 ml /lit water |
Maiden Insecticide | Hexythiazox 5.45% EC | 1 ml /lit water |
Intrepid insecticide | Chlorfenapyr 10% SC | 2 ml/lit water |
Danitol Insecticide | Fenpropathrin 10% EC | 1.5 ml/lit water |
Keefun Insecticide | Tolfenpyrad 15% EC | 2 ml/lit of water |
MIT Plus Insecticide | Ethion 40%+ Cypermethrin 5% EC | 2.5 ml/lit water |
To learn about other types of pests in cotton, click here to read our article on the Management of Insect Pests in Cotton.
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