The innovated formulation consists of several inert materials to serve as carrier and herbal oils to be effective for one season without adding any insecticide. The swabbed formulation worked as repellent and as well as curative treatment to neutralize the eggs, early instars of larvae and grubs living on stem. It was significantly superior to control by avoiding infestation up to 8 weeks in laboratory trial and for 4 months in the field and is suitable for both low and heavy rainfall areas, can be applied as an effective prophylactic measure.
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