Wax scale warning in Katuneriya, Puttalam: Insect threatens
plantations
Puttalam District Secretary M. Kingsley Fernando warned of the danger
of an insect called ‘wax scale’ spreading in several districts.
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How to destroy |
| * One litre
of water mixed with a teaspoon of kerosene and washing powder
* Pesticide not required at
first stage |
This insect is harmful to horticulture and banana cultivation in
Katuneriya and Wennappuwa in the Puttalam District.
This insect emits a liquid which affects banana plants.
Fernando said using pesticide is not required at the first stage.
The insect can be destroyed by sprinkling a mixture made of a
teaspoon of kerosine oil, washing powder and a litre of water.
“However if the insect affects plantation to a greater extent,
pesticide usage is essential,” he said. |
