Explore The World of Agricultural Beneficial Insects

Beneficial insects are those that provide valuable services like pollination and pest control. Some of them are as follows

Ladybird beetles attack pests like aphids, whiteflies, mites, mealybugs and other soft-bodied insects leading to good pest control

1. Ladybird beetles

2. Lacewings

This beneficial insect's larvae and adults feed on insect pests like apids and thrips leading to excellent pest control.

3. Wasp

A wasp lays its eggs alongside the eggs of a gram caterpillar. When the wasp larvae hatch, they destroy the eggs.

4. Spider

They act as beneficial insects by feeding on aphids, whiteflies, red mite eggs and larvae leading to pest control

5. Honey Bees

Bees are essential for crop pollination, boosting yields and profits. Moreover, they produce honey which is an added source of income.

Conservation of Beneficial Insects

- Reduced chemical usage in farms - Implement organic farming practices

Conclusion

Beneficial insects are farmer's best friends! Preserve and conserve them.

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