The brinjal fruit shoot borer (Leucinodes orbonalis) is a serious pest of brinjal (eggplant) crops, causing significant damage to the fruit and shoot of the plant. Effective management of this pest is essential for maintaining healthy and productive brinjal crops.
Features
:- The brinjal fruit shoot borer larvae bore into the fruit and shoots of the plant, causing extensive damage and reducing the plant’s ability to produce fruit.
- The is most prevalent in warm and humid climates.
- The Leucinodes orbonalis brinjal fruit shoot borer has developed resistance to many chemical pesticides, making management of this pest challenging.
Usage
:- Early detection is crucial for effective management of the brinjal fruit shoot borer by using pheromone lure.
- Regular monitoring of brinjal fields for signs of the pest by brinjal shoot & fruit borer pheromone lure is recommended.
- Integrated pest management strategies, such as the use of Leucinodes orbonalis pheromone lure can also be effective in managing the brinjal fruit shoot borer.