present in maize and other related grasses that serves as a defense against insects, fungi and bacteria. Entomologist: Person who studies insects. European corn borer: Stem-boring insect native to ...

“The BT Maize is expected to address the challenges of the fall armyworms and maize stem borers, which are the two major pests of maize in Kenya and the region,” said Sande. He explained that ...

The squash vine borer is a common clearwing moth whose larvae feed inside the vines and crowns ... As soon as wilting is noticed, use a sharp knife to cut a slit in the affected stem. Slice carefully ...

Speaking to Telangana Today, Nagarjuna said the farmers could also use solar-powered traps to combat pal army worms in maize and other pests in all agriculture and horticulture fields. Since each moth ...

It stated that the maize is designed to resist destructive pests like maize stem borers and fall armyworms, offering farmers the potential for increased yields, better grain quality, and reduced ...