The infestation is generally started from the internodes and gradually spreads over the whole stalk. Due to the infestation, sugarcane stalk remain stunt and withered. Sugar percentage, purity of juice and quality of jaggary are affected. Remove the leaves below from the 4-5 internodes from the infested plants and spray monocrotophos 36 SL @ 10 ml per 10 lit of water.