Temporal Dynamics and Seasonal Incidence of Major Insect Pests in Castor (Ricinus communis L.) under Tropical Agro ecosystem of Tamil Nadu

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Leafhoppers were the dominant pests in castor crops, peaking in infestation between the 50th and 52nd weeks.
Four years of data collection revealed significant late-stage infestations of thrips and whiteflies following crop phenology.
Pest incidence patterns closely aligned with weather variables, impacting pest management strategies in tropical ecosystems.
Findings emphasize the need for targeted Integrated Pest Management in castor agroecosystems across Tamil Nadu.

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Field study reports major insect pest incidence and dynamics in castor, suggesting improved pest management strategies.

Senthilkumar et al. (2025) studied this question.

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