Management of Invasive Pest of Coconut: Coconut Mite, Aceria guerreronis Keifer
Pramod Kumar Mishra*
Dept. of Entomology, Chandra Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture & Technology, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh (208 002), India
Ankit Upadhyay
Dept. of Entomology, Chandra Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture & Technology, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh (208 002), India
Arun Kumar
Dept. of Entomology, Chandra Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture & Technology, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh (208 002), India
Dhananjay Kushwaha
Dept. of Entomology, Chandra Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture & Technology, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh (208 002), India
Ashutosh Singh Aman
Dept. of Entomology, Chandra Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture & Technology, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh (208 002), India
DOI: NIL
Keywords: Coconut mite, Integrated pest management, Notorious pest, Traditional management
Abstract
The coconut tree is known as the "Kalpavriksha" or "Tree of Paradise" because every portion of the coconut is valuable. The rhinoceros beetle, coconut mite, red palm weevil and coconut black-headed caterpillar are the most destructive insect pests of coconut that are of national concern. In many nations the coconut mite, Aceria guerreronis Keifer, is the most notorious and significant pests of coconut fruits. It has disseminated to most places of the world where coconuts are produced. The effect of the mites in the affected areas shows that the spread of Coconut mite to these significant producers might result in extremely high losses. IPM is a comprehensive strategy to lessen the impact of pests and keep the ecosystem in balance. IPM technology clearly offers an edge over traditional management techniques. A sustainable agroecosystem is more practical, affordable and environmentally beneficial.
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