Coreid Bug: Paradasynus rostratus
Paradasynus rostratus, a major pest in coastal and high-range areas of Kerala, damages young coconut buttons and developing nuts. Adults and nymphs extract sap below the perianth, causing deformiti...
Organic coconut farming enhances soil fertility, reduces dependency on chemicals, and promotes sustainability. However, biomass export depletes soil organic carbon, making organic inputs crucial. F...
Managing Grey Leaf Spot & Blight
Grey leaf spot and grey leaf blight, caused by Pestalotiopsis palmarum and Lasiodiplodia theobromae, severely impact coconut palms by damaging leaves and nuts. Symptoms include yellow spots, browni...
Preventing Premature Nut Fall in Coconuts
Premature nut fall in coconuts, caused by fungi like Phytophthora palmivora and Lasiodiplodia theobromae, leads to significant yield losses. Symptoms include brown lesions, nut deformation, and ear...
Leaf rot, caused by fungi like Colletotrichum gloeosporioides, Exserohilum rostratum, and Fusarium spp., is a major issue in coconut plantations, especially in root wilt-affected regions. The disea...
Managing Coconut Root Wilt Disease
Root Wilt Disease (RWD) of coconut, first reported in Kerala in 1882, has since spread across southern India, causing severe yield losses. This phytoplasma-induced disease leads to yellowing, leafl...