Katyayani Yellow Stem Borer Lure (SCIRPOPHAGA INCERTULAS)

Katyayani Yellow Stem Borer Lure

Target Pest:

• Yellow Stem Borer (Scirpophaga incertulas), a major rice crop pest whose larvae bore into rice stems, causing yield loss.
• Pheromone Lure: Contains a pheromone that mimics the scent of female yellow stem borers to attract males.
• Effective Monitoring and Control: Helps monitor and manage yellow stem borer populations by capturing males, enabling better pest control strategies.
• Longevity: Effective for 90-120 days in the field.

Application:

Used with traps placed in rice fields to capture and control yellow stem borer populations.

Benefits:

• Cost-Effective: Affordable and aids in making informed pest control decisions.
• Species-Specific: Attracts only the target pest, minimizing impact on other organisms.
• Non-Toxic: Environmentally friendly, reducing reliance on chemical pesticides.
• Pesticide Reduction: Facilitates targeted control, lowering the need for broad-spectrum pesticides.