AMARAVATI, 10 March 2026: Corteva Agriscience has introduced science-driven pest management strategies to help chilli farmers tackle severe infestations of black thrips, a pest causing significant yield and quality losses across major chilli-growing regions.
Farmers have been struggling with ineffective pest control due to repeated use of insecticides with the same mode of action, which often results in reduced efficacy and increased pesticide residue risks. Corteva is addressing the issue through integrated pest management (IPM) practices aimed at ensuring sustainable crop protection and improved farm productivity.
The urgency of the problem was highlighted after Kinjarapu Atchannaidu, Agriculture Minister of Andhra Pradesh, directed officials from the state’s Horticulture Department to submit an immediate report on the black thrips outbreak and guide farmers on safe and effective pest management practices.
In response, Corteva established five model plots to demonstrate advanced pest control protocols. These field demonstrations focused on green chemistry principles and integrated pest management strategies to manage pest resistance and reduce chemical residues.
Corteva’s field scientists and farmer engagement teams reported strong results from the IPM programme. Observations from demonstration plots showed better black thrips control, improved plant vigour, greener crops and enhanced flowering, indicating healthier crop growth and higher yield potential.
Reduced pest damage in these fields has strengthened farmer confidence in the integrated pest management approach.
Agricultural institutions such as LAM Farm have begun recommending Spinetoram—an active ingredient used in Corteva’s pest control product Delegate—as part of pest management schedules.
Adoption is increasing across major chilli-growing regions like Guntur, where farmers report healthier crops and improved yield prospects.
Corteva has also been working closely with state agriculture and horticulture departments to monitor key indicators such as return on investment (ROI), productivity improvements and compliance with maximum residue limit (MRL) standards.
The company recently conducted field days across 50 villages, reaching nearly 1,000 farmers. It also launched residue testing awareness programmes to help farmers understand export standards and maintain compliance with global market requirements.
Through these initiatives, Corteva aims to promote sustainable pest management practices that enhance farm productivity, increase farmer income and strengthen long-term agricultural resilience.
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