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Investigating the Occurrence and Damage of Wild Pig (Sus scrofa) in Cassava Ecosystems of KeralaBy Ranjith M T, Mani Chellappan, Vipin Chaudhary
Abstract: The study investigates the occurrence and impact of wild pigs on cassava crops in selected locations of Thrissur and Palakkad districts of Kerala, spanning from July 2022 to May 2023. Data were collected from 10 sites, where each 1-acre field was divided into 5 quadrants for monitoring. The presence of wild pigs was tracked weekly through pug marks, infrared cameras, and farmer reports, while the extent of cassava plant damage …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Veterinary Science and Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 16–20 Read article →
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Harnessing the Potential of Insectivorous Birds in Managing the Rice Leaf Folder, Cnaphalocrocis Medinalis in Paddy Ecosystems of KeralaBy Ranjith M T, Mani Chellappan, Vipin Chaudhary
Abstract: This study evaluates the effectiveness of various treatments for managing leaf folder pests in rice crops during the maximum tillering stage, focusing on the role of insectivorous birds. The treatments included bird perches (T1), nylon nets (T2), Bt spray (T3), a combination of bird perch and Bt spray (T4), flubendiamide spray (T5), and a control group (T6). Results indicated significant differences in pest densities. T2 showed the highest mean density …
Published in International Journal of Insects · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 6–9 Read article →