Plant parts affected

Leaves

Initial diagnosis:

Tender leaves become yellow. The margin of the leaves start curling downwards and reddening sets in

Symptoms:

In the case of severe infestation, leaves get a bronze which is a typical “hopper burn” symptom

Damage type:

The margins of the leaf get broken and crumble into pieces when crushed. The leaves dried up and shed and growth of the crop is retarde