Stem Borer
Plant disease guide · TerraceFarming
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What causes Stem Borer?
Larvae boring into stalks, causing dead hearts and reducing biomass.
How to treat Stem Borer
Apply Carbofuran 3G granules in leaf whorls.
How to prevent Stem Borer
Destroy stubble from the previous crop to kill larvae.
Crops commonly affected
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