Tapioca (Manihot esculenta)
Termites (Coptotermes spp., Macrotermes spp., Odontotermes spp.)
Symptoms
- The termite damage planted setts and in some cases the tubers.
- The attack is usually seen in dry areas.
Management
- Apply well rotten FYM only to discourage termite infestation.
- Dismantle termitaria (termite mounds) around field and kill the termite queen.
Chemical Control
| Sl.No | Generic Name | Trade Name | Color code | Dosage/litre | Knapsack Sprayer (Capacity 10L) | Dosage/acre (200 L) | Dosage/hectare (500 L) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chlorpyriphos 20 EC | Chlorban, Classic-20, Coroban, Dhanvan, Durmet, Dursban, Hilban, Krishan, Radar Starban, Tafaban, Tagban, Tricel | Yellow | 1.5 ml | 15 ml | 300 ml | 750 ml |
Extremely Toxic
Highly Toxic
Moderately Toxic
