This poll is open and has been running since Dec. 11, 2024, 10:17 a.m.

WEST CABI 1.1 | Have you noticed any of these symptoms on your mango trees?

Background

The mango mealybug is a pest affecting fruit crops in Uganda. It has been found to attack mangoes, citrus, guava and bananas. This invasive pest damages trees by feeding on plant sap, leading to reduced fruit production, and excretes a sticky substance called honeydew, which promotes the growth of black sooty mold. The pest poses a serious threat to farmers’ livelihoods, especially those relying on mangoes as a primary cash crop. Effective prevention, early detection, and proper management practices are essential to controlling its spread and minimizing losses in affected regions.

Question:
Have you noticed any of these symptoms on your mango trees: white, fluffy cotton-like masses with, sticky honeydew, black sooty mould, or powder-covered insects having long filaments all over their bodies?

A. Yes, I have seen these signs.
B. No, I have not noticed.
C. I am not sure how to identify them

Instructions:
Go to messages on your phone & type WEST (SPACE) ANSWER (A, B or C) then your DISTRICT and Send your message to 6115. This SMS is totally FREE of charge. We encourage women and girls to participate.

 
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