Symptom of damage

Nymphs and adults on clusters and feed on flower buds and young leaves.

• Nymphs and adults on clusters and feed on flower buds and young leaves.

Identification of the pest

• Adult - tiny insects, soft bodied, deep purple or black in colour.

Management

Spraying the infected plants with malathion @0.1% (15 days interval) is effective.

• Spraying the infected plants with malathion @0.1% (15 days interval) is effective.