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Raichur MP points out that the government’s reply in the Lok Sabha did not provide data on crop damage, yield losses, the impact of climate change, farmer indebtedness, or the effectiveness and adoption of the existing interventions
Black thrips are severely impacting Karnataka's chilli farmers, causing crop damage and increased costs. Scientists first detected this invasive pest in Bengaluru back in 2015. Surveys later revealed its rapid spread into major chilli-growing regions like Raichur. The Union government acknowledged the pest's impact while detailing existing support measures. However, farmers argue that current interventions are insufficient for managing this widespread threat.