Abstract:Blackheaded fireworm Rhopobota naevana (Hübner, 1817) was observed for its infestation levels in apple orchards of the Kashmir Valley, India. The moth is emerging as one of the serious pests of young apple seedlings with high levels of cumulative incidence (75%) and severity rates (28%). Seasonal occurrence, some elements of biology and morphological detailing of the pest is provided herewith. The damage caused on apple seedling treated for feather induction has also become has also become a matter of great co… Show more
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