Study on the pest-complex of fenugreek in West Bengal

Abstract

Study revealed that a large number of insect pests invaded the fenugreek fields in West Bengal but in general, the pest load appeared to be quite low in the area. Aphid, jassid, leaf miner, thrips and flea beetle were found to be the important pests on fenugreek while ash weevil, white fly, painted bug, green stink bug and spodoptera were found in much lower numbers and caused lower damages. Study also revealed that fenugreek plantations supported a rich natural enemy complex and attracted several species of bee pollinators.