Important diseases of groundnut, symptoms of damage and there management aspects are as follows: 1. Early Leaf Spot (Cercospora arachidicola): Symptoms: Infection starts about a month after sowing. Small chlorotic spots appear on leaflets, with time they enlarge and turn brown to black and assume sub circular shape on upper leaf surface. On lower surface of leaves light brown colouration [...]
The major insect pests of groundnut, their nature of damage and appropriate control measures are given below: 1. Red Hairy Caterpillars (Amsacta albistriga, A. moorei): Nature of Damage: Caterpillars cause defoliation of the crop- all the leaves eaten away leaving the main stem alone. Identification: Hairy caterpillar reddish brown with black band on either end having long reddish brown hairs [...]
Everything you need to know about groundnut cultivation, harvest and production. Learn about:- 1. Introduction to Groundnut 2. Climate Required for Cultivating Groundnut 3. Growing Seasons 4. Soil 5. Field Preparation 6. Dormancy 7. Sowing Time 8. Manure and Fertilizers 9. Water Management 10. Weed Management 11. Use of Hormones 12. Plant Protection 13. Cropping Systems and Few Others. Contents: [...]