The emerging larvae initially scrape the upper layer of leaves and feed. Rapidly grown larvae feed on buds, flowers and even developing pods. The infestation is generally...

The infestation is more prevalent in the varieties having bunchy pod setting. The attack of these caterpillars is more if chickpea field is very nearby to this crop....

Initially the leaves of plant turn yellow and start drying. The roots of the plants are said to turn black. The severity of the disease is less if the chickpea is sown...