Advice given to farmers to protect paddy crops

Agricultural officials have provided advice to farmers in the Madurai West region to protect their paddy crops, which have been affected by hot winds and pest infestations.

Paddy cultivation is spread across 80 hectares in villages like Ariyur and Keelanedungulam. With the crops in the milking stage, farmers reported incidents of bacterial leaf blight and thrips infestation.

Officials advised farmers to use specific chemical agents and neem seed extract, along with proper water management practices, to protect their crops.

Courtesy: Hindu Tamil Thisai