Tomato
(Lycopersicon esculentum), a member of the Solanaceae family, is a widely
cultivated crop in tropical and subtropical regions, particularly in India,
where it holds significant economic value. This crop is vulnerable to various
insect pests, including Fruit borer (Helicoverpa armigera), Whitefly (Bemisia
tabaci), Jassid (Amrasca biguttula biguttula), and aphid (Aphis
gossypii). These pests contribute to severe losses in both quality and
quantity, with fruit borer being particularly destructive, causing yield
reductions of up to 70%. The present study examines the seasonal incidence of
major insect pests on tomato and their correlation with climatic parameters to
devise effective pest management strategies. Conducted during the Kharif season
of 2019-2020 in Madhya Pradesh, India, the study involved monitoring pest
populations at weekly intervals and analysing correlations with weather
variables such as temperature, humidity, wind speed, sunshine, and rainfall.
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