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apion management

General    Dedza,Malawi

I want to know the possible management of bean pod weevil (apion) in soybean and cowpeas


Posted by: landirani Chilimani (1 point) landirani Chilimani
Posted: February 15, 2023




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Storage pests of cowper and soybean follow the cowpea and soybean from the field to the stores. The best approach is to put grain in Purdue Improved Crop Storage (PICS) bags especially for grains (not seeds). PICS bags take out oxygen from the insects in the bags and they die off. For seeds, use pesticides and use it safely. Remember the seeds are not for consumption.


Posted by: Chyka (1 point) Chyka
Posted: February 15, 2023




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1. Ensure field hygiene. 2. Avoid too close spacing. 3. Ensure timely weeding. 4. Consult a nearby extension officer. 5. Use clean planting materials. 6. Proper management of crop residues after harvesting. 7. Be mindful of the intercrop you use because some crops are affected by the pests.


Posted by: MUTUMBA YAHAYA (5 points) MUTUMBA YAHAYA
Posted: February 22, 2023




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can you share pictures of the pest? I want to confirm identity before I give recommendations


Posted by: Trust Kasambala Donga (1 point) Trust Kasambala Donga
Posted: February 15, 2023




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some people controls by using redpaper , putting inside it after harvesting.


Posted by: Otekede Micheal (1 point) Otekede Micheal
Posted: March 11, 2023




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