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Question
Visit a weed infested field in the month of July or August and make a list of weeds, insect pests and diseases noticed in crops of the field.
Activity
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Solution
A sample observation for a Kharif crop field is given below. The species present will vary with the crop and location, so record what you actually see during your visit.
| Category | Examples noticed |
|---|---|
| Weeds | Amaranthus, Chenopodium, wild sorghum and grasses |
| Insect pests | Grasshoppers, caterpillars, aphids, leafhoppers and stem borers |
| Diseases | Rice blast or bacterial blight in rice; stem rot in pigeon pea |
Do not handle diseased plants or insects. Ask a farmer or teacher to help identify any unfamiliar specimens.
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