Stem fly, Ophiomyia phaseoli (Tryon) (Insecta: Diptera: Agromyzidae) a major insect: a review

Abstract

The present study was conducted on Stem Fly or bean fly (Ophiomyia phaseoli Tryon. their biology, damage, identification and management with the objectives of arriving at the crucial conclusion on the most suitable techniques to decrease pest infestation for high potential yield and productivity with least damage to the environment and also need to develop a reliable technique that would help to positively identify resistant lines.