He said that the pest attack on cotton crop like Jassid increased due to heavy rains and added that it could directly affect on the cotton production. |
Rains also trigger attack by Jassid traditionally called 'Sabz Taila' and growers should apply suitable pesticides after consulting experts. |
Jassid species recorded on green gram, black gram, and red gram in the Punjab. |
Empoasca mali and Platymetopius acutus of the jassid have also been reported as having similar habits. |