ICAR Develops Eco-Friendly Biopesticide for Cardamom Thrips

In June 2025, the ICAR-Indian Institute of Spices Research (ICAR-IISR), Kozhikode, announced the development of an eco-friendly biopesticide to combat cardamom thrips, a major pest that causes up to 48% yield loss and Rs. 2–4 lakh loss per acre in India’s cardamom plantations.

Key Points

  • Biopesticide Innovation: Developed from Lecanicillium psalliotae, a naturally occurring fungus that infects all life stages of cardamom thrips.
  • Benefits: Apart from pest control, the fungus enhances plant growth and improves soil nutrient availability.
  • Farmer-Friendly Format: Formulated as a granular product, easily mixed with farmyard manure and applied to soil basins 3–4 times.
  • Residue-Free and Cost-Effective: Reduces chemical pesticide ....
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