CPCRI scientists report new pest infesting areca nut kernel
The Hindu
Identified as Xylosandrus crassiusculus, a scolytid beetle was found in young areca nut gardens
A team of scientists from the Central Plantation Crops Research Institute (CPCRI), Regional Station, Vitla in Dakshina Kannada, have identified a new pest infesting areca nut kernel at plantations.
It has been identified as Xylosandrus crassiusculus, a scolytid beetle measuring 2.5-2.8 mm. It was found in young gardens located at Markanja village of Sullia taluk and Kaniyooru village of Kadaba taluk during the regular pest and disease surveillance programme, the CPCRI said in a statement on Saturday.
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