Insecticidal seed soaking technique for the control of sorghum shoot fly, Atherigona soccata (Rondani)

Sukhani, T.R. and Jotwani, M.G. (1982) Insecticidal seed soaking technique for the control of sorghum shoot fly, Atherigona soccata (Rondani). Journal of Entomological Research, 6 (1). pp. 104-106.

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Abstract

Field tests were carried out in India in 1978-79 to evaluate the effectiveness of the seed soaking technique for the control of Atherigona soccata Rond. on sorghum. A total of 18 systemic and non-systemic insecticides was used. The results indicated that use of the technique is feasible provided formulations are developed that do not adversely affect germination and efficacy lasts for at least 3 weeks; it was thought that the latter could be achieved by increasing the insecticide concentration or duration of soaking. The most promising insecticides tested were methidathion, trichlorfon and monocrotophos

Item Type: Article
Author Affiliation: Division of Entomology, Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi 110 012, India
Subjects: Plant Protection
Divisions: Sorghum
Depositing User: Ms K Syamalamba
Date Deposited: 28 Feb 2012 03:44
Last Modified: 28 Feb 2012 03:44
URI: http://eprints.icrisat.ac.in/id/eprint/3286

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