Studies of Toxicity of Antifeedancy of Neem against Aceria litchii (Litchi mite) in Bihar (INDIA)

Dr.Ajeet Kumar, Dr.Bibhuti Dutta Singh

Abstract: In Bihar Neem (Azadirachta indica) has been used to control disease and pests of plants and animals. Many anti-bacterial and anti-fungal agents has been detected from various parts of Neem. Investigations were carried out to study the toxicity of some neem (Natural products) like neem oil, Nimbecidine, Neemark and Nimbitor against Aceria litchii (Litchi mite). Non-insecticidal treatment has been tested for distruction and controlling of Litchi tree as well as Litchi fruit infestation. Non-insecticidal pest control measures appear to be in a positive way to check the menace of modern pesticides. Non-insecticidal treatment is eco-friendly and healthy for the yield production of Litchi fruits in Bihar.

Keywords: Toxicity, Nimbecidine, Nimbitor, Eco-friendly, Aceria litchii.