Abstract:
Termites and white grubs are of regional importance in upland rain fed rice. Major
insect pests in upland rice are stem borers, gundhi bug, mealy bug, root aphids, white grubs,
and termites (Odontotermes obesus and Microtermes obesi). The management of the
subterranean pests viz., termites and white grubs is challenging in the recent past. In spite of
the integrated approach with feasible management options with chemical, biological and
cultural methods, both termites and white grubs are posing serious threat to rice in particular
upland and rainfed system. The present paper reviews and focus on the indigenous
approaches for termite and white grub management, which can find a place in integrated
management strategies to curb these soil insect-pest problem.
