Thrips

Cucumber

Name: Thrips

Scientific Name: Thrips tabaci (others)

Crop: Cucumber

Description:

  • Although thrips can attack during any season, warm weather is particularly favourable for their occurrence.

 Damage Symptoms:

  • Nymphs and adults suck sap from leaves.
  • Leaves become yellow, and the margins of affected leaves slightly curl up.
  • Later, the leaves crinkle and die.

Preventive Measures:

  • Install sticky traps in the field.

Control Measures:

  • Apply Imidacloprid.