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Mustard Crop Under Attack: Expert Reveals Cure for Pod Borer, Boost Yields

Mustard crop pod borer insect, agriculture officer told panacea treatment, yield

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News18•21-02-2026, 13:12

Mustard Crop Under Attack: Expert Reveals Cure for Pod Borer, Boost Yields

•Mustard fields face severe damage from pod borer during harvesting season, causing 20-40% loss.
•Pests bore into pods, eating seeds and leaving them hollow; visible signs include small holes and black droppings.
•Agricultural expert Sanjay Singh recommends timely monitoring and specific pesticides like Emamectin Benzoate or Spinosad for severe infestations.
•Environmentally friendly options include neem oil and Neem Seed Kernel Extract (NSKE) sprays, along with pheromone traps for monitoring.
•Harvest when 75-80% of pods turn yellow and golden to prevent up to 25% loss from premature or delayed harvesting.

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