How to Control Pests of Cotton? [with Damages and Control Measures]
The major insect pests of cotton, their nature of damage and appropriate control measures are given below: 1. American Boll Worm (Helicouerpa armigera): This is a major pest of cotton which is active from July-October and February-April. For 65-100 days old crop, one egg or larvae per plant or 5-10 % infested fruiting bodies is the ETL. Nature of Damage: [...]