Visible Signs of Damage:

Yellowing and Wilting: Nymphs and adults feed on plant sap, causing leaves to turn yellow and wilt.

Drying in Patches: Heavy infestation produces brown and dried patches within the rice field.

Weak Plant Growth: Infested plants become weak, with reduced tillering and poor development.

Honeydew Formation: Sticky honeydew may be present around the lower portion of rice plants.

Reduced Yield: Severe infestation affects panicle emergence, grain formation and crop productivity.

Target Crop: Rice.