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Ber Fruit Borer (Meridarchis scyrodes)
Plant disease guide · TerraceFarming
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What causes Ber Fruit Borer (Meridarchis scyrodes)?
Larvae bore into fruits, feeding on the pulp and making them unfit for consumption.
How to treat Ber Fruit Borer (Meridarchis scyrodes)
Collect and destroy infested fruits. Spray 5% Neem Seed Kernel Extract (NSKE) or neem oil (2 mL/L).
How to prevent Ber Fruit Borer (Meridarchis scyrodes)
Maintain orchard sanitation by removing wild Ziziphus bushes nearby, which can act as alternate hosts.
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