Abstract

Review Article

Biopesticides use on cotton and their harmful effects on human health & environment

Pranay Raja Bhad*

Published: 22 November, 2022 | Volume 5 - Issue 1 | Pages: 005-008

Cotton crop is infested with different kinds of insects in the production cycle. Jassids, thrips, aphids and whiteflies are among the sucking pests, and bollworms (American and spotted) and Spodoptera caterpillars attack leaves and bolls. Bollworms can cause up to 40% - 50% crop losses in severe incidences.

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