Technology details :
Whiteflies (Bemisia tabaci) are a major pest in cotton, causing significant yield loss and transmitting diseases like cotton leaf curl virus disease (CLCuD). While conventional insecticides have been used for management, their indiscriminate use has led to resistance, environmental pollution, and harm to natural enemies. To provide an eco-friendly and cost-effective alternative, ICAR-CICR developed ICAR-CICR-BVW, a volatile blend that enhances the attraction efficiency of yellow sticky traps (YSTs) by 168%, significantly improving whitefly management. This innovative solution also promotes plant growth, induces stress tolerance, and maintains soil health, offering sustainable pest control and wider commercial applications in agriculture