Agricultural Entomology - Study Mode

[#141] Crease painting in mango trees is done to control
Correct Answer

(B) Mealy bug

[#142] Directorate of Plant Protection Quarantine and Storage (DPPQS) was established in 1946 with headquarters at
Correct Answer

(C) Faridabad

Explanation

Solution: The Directorate of Plant Protection Quarantine and Storage (DPPQS) was established in 1946 with headquarters at Faridabad. The Directorate of Plant Protection, Quarantine, and Storage is an agency of the Plant Protection Division of the Department of Agriculture, Co-operation and Farmers Welfare, in the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare of the Government of India. The purpose and intent of this Act are to prevent the introduction of any insect, fungus or pest which is or could be destructive to crops.

[#143] Journal ENTOMON is published from?
Correct Answer

(B) Kerala

Explanation

Solution: Journal ENTOMON is published in Kerala. ENTOMON is a quarterly journal published by the Association for Advancement of Entomology, devoted to the publication of research work. It publishes original research articles in Entomology and related branches of science. Outstanding articles, invited papers projecting novel ideas/ technology. It publishes original research articles in Entomology and related branches from Agricultural University, Vellayani, Trivandrum, Kerala, India.

[#144] The scientific name of termite is
Correct Answer

(B) Odontotermes obesus Ramb

Explanation

Solution: The scientific name of termite is Odontotermes obesus Ramb. Odontotermes obesus is a species of termite in the family Termitidae. It is native to tropical southwestern Asia. This termite cultivates a symbiotic fungus in a special chamber in the nest. Termites of this species swarm from April and May onwards, before and during the wet season. After their nuptial flight, a pair of winged termites will search for a soil crevice or loose soil in which to establish their nest.

[#145] Shook swarm technique is done for which disease of honey bee?
Correct Answer

(D) European foul brood

Explanation

Solution: Shook swarm technique is done for European foul brood disease of honey bees. The shook swarm is a simple and effective process that has the benefit of invigorating the bees that are shaken. Shook swarms are the National Bee Unit's favoured method of controlling outbreaks of European foul brood (EFB). Shaking bees onto new foundations and then destroying the old combs can be beneficial when controlling European foulbrood. This procedure is known as Shook Swarming and it may also be beneficial in controlling Nosema spp., chalkbrood and Varroa mite populations.