Biocontrol of Aravalli’s Vilayati Keekar
Published: Nov 5, 2018
Photo Courtesy: S Sandilyan
The biocontrol efficiency of Cuscuta reflexa can be tested on the proliferation of Prosopis juliflora or vilayati keekar, which damages the native species in the arid and semi-arid tracts of the Aravalli
Abstract: The unique climatic and edaphic characteristics of India assist biological invasion by alien species like the vilayati keekar that damage native diversity. Control methods for eradicating the species have proved futile. Although the biocontrol efficiency of Cuscuta reflexa has been established, the agent requires further trials for successful deployment.
TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE
Already have an account? Log In
Keep reading with one of these options :
OR
MORE ARTICLES
Catalyzing Change: Youth Activism Combating Air Pollution
Youth activism is playing a crucial role in shaping environmental policies and driving public awareness. Young leaders are taking action today, advocating for urgent responses to climate issues and in...
Can The State be Sued for Air Pollution Deaths: In conversation with Senior Advocate Raj Panjwani on accountability and enforceability of air quality regulations.
The increasing levels of air pollution continues to raise concern and remains a significant environmental issue contributing to climate change, posing adverse effects on the health of the people and t...
Emission Markets and Congestion Tax: In Conversation with Dr Anant Sudarshan on experimental economics for mitigating air pollution
As air pollution continues to be an issue of great concern across India, there is an urgent need to engage with various stakeholders to help mitigate the debilitating health hazard caused by air pollu...
Taking Satellites to Heart: India’s Air Pollution Monitoring and the Disease Burden of Poor Air Quality. In conversation with Professor Sagnik Dey on Science, Health, and Policy.
Air pollution is a pressing issue with profound health, climate, and policy-making implications. In this episode of the G'nY Live podcast series, The Air We Fear, Professor Sagnik Dey, an eminent expe...