An Investigation on Changes in Biochemical Contents in Mealy Bugs Infested Mulberry Foliage
Journal Title: Journal of Plant Science and Research - Year 2016, Vol 3, Issue 2
Abstract
The occurrence of pink mealy bugs (Maconellicoccus hirsutus Green) on mulberry (Morus sp.) considerably reduces the leaf yield and inturn damages its quality. Hence, an attempt was made to know the changes in biochemical constituents and photosynthetic pigments in mealy bugs infested mulberry foliage. The pest infested mulberry showed a variation in their contents. The nutritive status of the pest infested mulberry leaves may be altered adversely, feeding such leaves to the silkworm may alter the growth and development of the larvae in turns affect the quality and quantity silk production.
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A Mahadeva
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