Pest
Banana Weevil
Cosmopolites sordidus
Target Crops:
Banana
Plantain
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LoginDescription
Black weevil that attacks banana corms and pseudostems.
How to Identify (Symptoms)
Tunneling in corm, weakened plants, toppling, reduced yield.
Treatment & Control Strategy
Use pheromone traps. Apply nematicides. Practice sanitation. Remove crop residues.
Pro-Tip: Early detection is key. Inspect your crops weekly, especially during high-risk seasons.
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