Coconut Root Feeding

Coconut root feeding is beneficial for a variety of ailments, including gall bladder, urinary tract and kidney infections. Just add 450 grams of the roots to a pot of lightly salted water and boil for 20 minutes. If desired, you can also use finger-long pieces of the roots. Coconuts are also beneficial for those suffering from abdominal pain and heartburn.

Monocrotophos

Monocrotophos, a compound that can be absorbed by the roots of coconut trees, was studied using coconut trees. The results showed that the levels of monocrotophos in coconut kernels and nut water were never more than 0.1 pprn, which is the threshold for human consumption. In addition, the amount of monocrotophos detected in coconut water was lower than the FAO’s detectable limit of 0.2 pprn.

Dichlorvas

Dichlorvas is a fungicide that can be applied to coconut trees to reduce the risk of mites. It should be applied to soil up to 15 cm deep. To minimize the risk of spreading the disease, apply the compound once every one and a half months, or every one and a half months in the case of Monocrotophos. To avoid the risk of cross-contamination, separate the infected palm from healthy ones using a one meter wide trench.

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Coconut root feeding can cause monocrotophos to build up in the coconut tree. The monocrotophos is present in the albumen and water of the young and old nuts. As a result, it is important to delay eating these nuts for at least two months.

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Dicloraphos 76 WSC is an insecticide that can be used to control coconut leafhoppers. These pests can be found during November to May, and at times after heavy rainfall. Apply the insecticide to the affected root to prevent further infestations.

Eriophyid mite

The coconut eriophyid mite is a vermiform insect that feeds on the roots of coconut trees. In 1998, it was first reported in the Ernakulam district of Kerala, and has since spread to Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and other states. It is a creamy-white mite that is 200–250 microns long. It has two pairs of legs on the anterior end. These insects lay one hundred to 150 eggs each.

Rhinoceros beetle

The rhino beetle is a damaging invasive species that breeds in the crown of coconut trees. It has a high survival rate and can increase its population by five times per generation. Its females lay up to 100 eggs during their lifetime. In addition, they have a 50:50 sex ratio, which means that the population increases by 5,000 percent per generation. Because of the high population growth rate of the rhino beetles, researchers have attempted to control their population by applying a bio-control virus. The virus has been successful in controlling rhino beetle populations in other Pacific islands.

Red palm weevil

The Red Palm Weevil is a damaging pest of coconut trees. Infestations can be controlled by using an insecticide on cut sections of palm trees. Burning palms can be another effective control measure.

White grub

While a white grub infestation is relatively rare, it is possible to prevent the grubs from causing damage to your plants. You can use spot treatments to control the grub population. However, these methods are not recommended for areas that have never had a white grub infestation. They also require more insecticide, which may be expensive.