Monitor the field
Use crop- and pest-appropriate pheromone or sticky traps to understand activity and spot changes early.
Check traps regularly
Placement, replacement and identification matter. Traps are one part of a wider pest management plan.
Observe. Record. Adapt.
Start by noting your crop, season, soil conditions and available resources. Choose a manageable trial, keep records and review the results before scaling up.
Think locally
Conditions vary across India. Use this introduction to prepare questions for a local agricultural specialist or your nearest Krishi Vigyan Kendra.
Overview adapted from the supplied reference content. Read the original reference ↗ . This guide is educational; it does not establish certification or guarantee field outcomes.