Potato sowing has been completed in many states of the country. Diseases and pests infest the potato crop damage the crop. White beetle insect:This insect damages the roots, causing the plant to dry up. For prevention: Install 1 light trap per hectare at 7-9 pm. Use carbofuran 3G (25 kg per hectare) at the time of sowing. Early blight disease:Brown round spots are formed on the leaves, which can reduce production by 70%. For prevention:Keep the field clean. Spray Mancozeb 75% (2 g/liter water) or Carbendazim and Mancozeb mixture. Aphid and thrips insects: These insects stick to the lower part of the leaves. For prevention: Inspect daily. Spray amidaclopid (3 ml/liter water). Pests and diseases can be controlled by regular care of the crop and correct measures. For more information stay connected with Mera Farmhouse.