Worms Destroying Mung Crop, Agriculture Department Advises These Pesticides for Protection

Mung Crop

Krishi Dunia

• 19 Apr, 2025 01:29 PM IST ,
• Updated Sat, 19 Apr 2025 03:06 PM

Mung beans are an important crop in our country, known not only for being rich in protein but also for enriching the soil. However, this time, a new threat has emerged for mung crops – an infestation of worms.

What’s Happening in Mung Fields?

In the village of Rahatakala in the Khirkia area of Madhya Pradesh, agricultural officials visited local fields. They found that worms had attacked the mung crops, feeding on the leaves and pods, causing significant damage. If not controlled in time, the farmers’ hard work could go to waste.

What Did the Officials Advise?

Farmers whose fields have been affected by worms have been advised by officials to spray pesticides. Here’s the detailed information on the required pesticides and the proper application:

Recommended Pesticides:

• Flubendiamide – 60 ml
• Chlorantraniliprole – 60 ml
• Spinetoram – 180 ml
  (These quantities are per acre)

Water Requirement:

• For power pump spraying, 100 to 125 liters of water per acre are required.
• For manual spraying, 200 to 250 liters of water per acre are needed.

Best Time for Spraying:

• Early in the morning or after 4 PM in the evening.

Important Precautions:

• Never mix these pesticides together before application.
• Perform deep tilling of the soil once every three years during summer to kill pests hidden in the soil.
• Follow crop rotation practices and avoid planting the same crop repeatedly.

Potential Damage by Worms:

If the worm infestation is not controlled in time, crop yields could decrease by 40-50%. For example, a farmer expecting a yield of 10 quintals might only get 5-6 quintals.

Organic and Homemade Solutions:

• Pheromone traps can help determine if worms have infested the field.
• Use bio-pesticides like Bt (Bacillus thuringiensis).
• Encourage natural predators of worms in the field, such as Trichogramma insects.

Advice for Farmers:

Farmers, if you are growing mung beans, keep a close watch on your fields. If you notice holes in the leaves, worms, or damage to pods, do not delay—immediately contact your agricultural officer or service center.

To put it simply: Worms may be small, but if ignored, they can destroy your entire crop. So, apply the recommended pesticides at the right time and in the correct quantity. Also, rotating your crops regularly can greatly benefit your farming practices.