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ICAR releases Extension pocket book on how to diagnose and manage FAW.
This compendium provides complete information about FAW from identification to management. The publication was released by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research, Meghalaya center. The book includes an identification guide to life stages and damage by FAW, potential sources of natural enemies and pathogens, stage-wise management options. (http://www.icarneh.ernet.in/publication/Fall%20Armyworm%20Diagnosis%20and%20Management%20Pocket%20Book%20English%20version.pdf)
Some nice photos in this! I see there is a recommendation for mass trapping of male moths using pheromone traps @ 15/acre. Is there any published research on this? Does anyone have data showing mass-trapping is effective at reducing yield loss? What area would need to be covered by trapping for it to be effective (as moths are strong flyers, I would expect it to be much less effective on smaller areas?)
Very informative and practical pictorial booklet. Useful for farmers and extension worker.
Vinod share this booklet as attachment here Please.