The rain of Mango which is still described by many growers as the art of agriculture to nurture the ‘king of all fruits.’ However, for farmers, cultivating this coveted fruit, fruit flies, mealy bugs, and leafhoppers were until now assumed to be the culprits frothing out their mango plantations and costing them precious bucks annually.
When farmers are confronted with these problems, biological control solutions to pest problems are beginning to come from the field of biologically targeted agriculture, excluding chemical insecticides. Among such novelties is the fungus containing Beauveria bassiana composed to be an unprecedented discovery in the pest control sector. Leading the charge with this biological approach is Beveria WP, a potent Beauveria bassiana product that can be used to manage mango pests and encourage environmentally friendly farming.
In this agricultural exclusive, viewers can learn about mango farmers’ application of Beauveria bassiana spray for crop protection and guaranteed healthy mango harvest.
The Mango Industry Pest Issue
Mango farmers around the globe face an uphill battle against a variety of pests that damage both the trees and the fruit:
- Mango fruit flies (Bactrocera dorsalis): These pests, therefore, lay eggs in ripening fruits; a factor that is very unbecoming to the end-users of the fruits.
- Mealybugs (Drosicha mangiferae): These leaf-feeding insects make leaves and flowers to wither, thereby lowering the total productivity.
- Leafhoppers (Amritodus atkinsoni): Another famous zosterae pest that covers leaves with sooty mold and harms photosynthesis to a great extent.
Since time immemorial, synthetic pesticides have remained the common weapon of attack against pests in mango productions. Nevertheless, new issues concerning pesticide resistance, toxicological effects of pesticide residues in food, and environmental pollution compel farmers to look for natural ways.
A Revolutionary Solution: Beauveria bassiana
That is where Beauveria bassiana comes in, a naturally occurring fungi which besides having other uses has an entomopathogenic characteristic thus enabling control of pests in a biological way. This fungus, when applied as a spray sticks to the outer body of an insect pest, gains entry into the insect’s body, germinates and kills it.
The reason mango farmers find Beauveria bassiana spray rather attractive is because of the specificity of the fungi. In contrast to synthetic chemicals, this particular fungus parasitizes on specific pests without adversely affecting the important pollinators such as bees for mango fruits. It also eliminates soil and water pollution, which makes it suitable for any systematic farming as provided for in sustainable agriculture.
Farmers Speak: The Beveria WP Advantage
In order to discuss how Beauveria bassiana products are altering traditional pest control, we travelled to regions of intensive mango farming in Maharashtra, India. There, farmers testified on how Beveria WP has improved their pest management practices from experiences of other farmers.
As a third generation mango farmer in Ratnagiri, Ramesh Patel said that he also experienced that in recent years synthetic pesticides began to give poor results on mealybugs and fruit flies. I was searching for some kind of miracle that would help me salvage my orchard in County Mayo. I met a friend who recommended Beveria WP for me and it has really helped,” This was the testimony which I got from the head teacher.
Ramesh said further, “I sprayed the Beauveria bassiana at the early fruiting stage which was done on the frutescent part of the plant mainly on areas that were most affected”. In two weeks, the levels of pest infestation significantly decreased. The best part? ”There was no negative effect on the pollinators or on the health of my fruits,” he/she said.
Reason Why Mango Farmers Should Choose Beveria WP
The real users experts in the field of agricultural biotechnology have appreciate the effectiveness and the multipurpose availability of the Beveria WP. Dr. Nisha Saxena, a senior entomologist, explained: Formerly known as Floronet, Beveria WP is currently one of the most advanced Beauveria bassiana products because the concentration is high and the formulation simple to apply while the Best demonstrates compatibility with Integrated Pest Management (IPM). This makes it ideal for the mango farmers who are seeking a chemical-free expensive control mechanism for pests.”
The benefits of Beveria WP include:
- Targeted Pest Elimination: A contact insecticide that is lethal to fruit flies, mealybugs, and leafhoppers but harmless to other forms of beneficial insects.
- Eco-Friendly Approach: Harmless to farmers and consumer as the soil, water and fruits tested negative for chemical residues.
- Easy Application: Beveria WP is actually applied wettable powder that is applied by sprinkling water on the affected region after which it is sprayed.
- No Resistance Build-Up: Performs biochemically so it does not have a tendency to lead to pest resistance.
Tips for Successful Beauveria bassiana Application
For mango farmers planning to incorporate Beveria WP into their pest management program, it’s essential to follow these guidelines for best results:
- Early Detection is Key: When your trees are blooming or beginning to develop fruits, ensure you frequently check for pest infestation. The best thing to do is to apply Beveria WP as early as possible to achieve the best result.
- Proper Mixing: As a suggestion, add the needed amount of Beveria WP to water and stir thoroughly to disperse the fungal spores. It is important that your sprayer be clean with no remnant of any chemical.
- Thorough Coverage: A great thing about using this solution is that you only need to spray the mixture on the leaves, branches, and the fruit clusters where usually the pests like to be at. Especially scrutinize the underside of the leaves because this is where most pests may be found.
- Environmental Considerations: It should be applied during early mornings or in the evening so that the fungal spores do not dry up in the sun. Lukewarm water should not be sprayed just a few hours before rain.
- Repeat Applications: To achieve the best result re-apply the spray every 10 to 14 days during the active stage of pests. Consistency is about eliminating pest lifetime.
Biological Pest Control: A Path to the Future
The message is quite unequivocal – farmers are pioneering a new approach to pest management. With Beveria WP and other products containing Beauveria bassiana, the tables are now turned in the favor of mango growers fighting with not easily evictable pests organically in a chemically free manner.
Enough has been said for the economic advantages. In the case of Ramesh Patel a farmer, the use of Beveria WP leads to healthy fruit, improved yield and hence higher returns to the market value. “Having taken to biological pest control has not only helped me save my orchid but has also added credence to my business as an organic farmer,” he added.
Conclusion
The days when synthetic pesticides were the only solutions available are long gone, that’s why the relative biological solutions such as Beauveria bassiana are so promising. Sometimes, it is all about having the right product that builds confidence among farmers, and now there is such a product in Beveria WP that is 100% resilient, implementing eco-friendly tactics in mango pest management without any harm to humans.
If you manage a mango farming business and grind with continual pest attacks here are the reasons why the Beauveria bassiana spray is ideal for you. Indeed, a healthy orchard is the right thing for your farm and it is also one in a way helping the future generation and the future of our agricultural practices.
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