Tag: Banana weevil
Brutal Pests and Diseases of Banana Cultivars Protecting the Fruit You Love
Read more: Brutal Pests and Diseases of Banana Cultivars Protecting the Fruit You LoveBanana Bonanza or Bust? Conquering Pests and Diseases of Banana Cultivars Bananas (Musa spp.) are a vital source of nutrition and income for millions globally. However, numerous pests and diseases threaten their cultivation. This paper compares and contrasts the susceptibility of nine popular Musa banana cultivars to these threats: Sweetheart Fhia-3, Double Mahoi, Dwarf Orinoco,…
Unveiling the Relentless Banana Borers
Read more: Unveiling the Relentless Banana BorersBanana production worldwide faces a significant threat from a group of destructive weevil species known as banana borers. These tunneling pests, including the banana root borer (Cosmopolites sordidus), banana pseudostem borer (Odoiporus longicollis), and rice root weevil (Rhabdoscelus obscurus), cause substantial damage by burrowing into the corms and pseudostems of banana plants. The internal damage…
The Banana weevil is a horrific insect that plagues plantations
Read more: The Banana weevil is a horrific insect that plagues plantationsThe Banana weevil, also known as the banana root borer or banana borer (Cosmopolites sordidus), is a destructive insect pest that plagues banana plantations worldwide. Here’s a comprehensive look at this unwelcome visitor and its impact on bananas: The Banana weevil, also known as the banana root borer or banana borer (Cosmopolites sordidus) Identification: Life…
