FMC SOLUTIONS
MANGO CECID FLY
Mango Cecid fly (Procontarinia frugivora) is a dipteran pest and is also known as Leaf gall midge, Gall fly and Mango leaf gall. Adult stays on wild vegetation present in the area.
What are the symptoms
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Infested fruits manifest randomly distributed circular, brown to black, scab-like spots; commonly termed as 'buti', armalite, 'kurikong', and 'saksak walis'
Impact to the crop
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Infestation decreases the quality of produce due to scabby lesions on the surface of the fruit.
Severe damage to fruits can cause fruit to fall.
How to control
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√ Field sanitation and pruning of branches
√ Bagging of fruits at 45-50 days after flower induction
√ Application of recommended and registered insecticide
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