AsaaseYaaRice bugs
Long-legged bugs that suck the milk out of young rice grains, leaving them empty.
When it comes
What to look for
Check at sunrise every day when the rice flowers come out. Rice bugs feed on the soft grains and leave behind empty husks. If you see a brown ring at the bottom of the flower head, that's neck blast — treat right away.
Birds can ruin a whole field of soft rice in days. Set up scarecrows, hang shiny things, or have a child guard the field at peak hours. Rice bugs and rats both stay busy at this stage too.
Also watch for
General advice from crop guides for Ghana. Before you spray, ask your agro-input dealer for a product registered for this pest, read the label, and wear gloves. For a serious attack, call your district agriculture office or an agronomist.
Catch it early
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