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Integrated Insect pest management in Sesame
Foliage feeders
Gall fly (Asphondylia sesami)
Identification Symptoms
Identification Symptoms
The small maggots feed on the ovary which results in malformation of pod without proper setting of seeds.
Leading to formation of gall like structure which do not develop in to flower/capsules
The flower buds wither and drop