Harmful Effects of Rice yellow stem borer
A species of Scirpophaga, Also known as Yellow stem borer, Yellow paddy borer, Nutgrass armyworm, Rice stem borer
Rice yellow stem borer larvae bore into rice plant stems, causing damage that ranges from mild to severe. Heavy infestations can lead to substantial yield losses, wilting, 'deadhearts' in young plants, and 'whiteheads' at flowering, threatening food security and economic stability.
What Type of Pest Is Rice yellow stem borer?
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