Vol. 9, Issue 3 (2021)
Effect of organic and inorganic plant nutrition alone and in combination on onion thrips (Thrips tabaci)
Author(s): Mahendra Bele, MA Alam and Sunil Silavat
Abstract: CThe experiment entitled qualitative and quantitative estimation of insect pests and their natural enemies on onion crop in Malwa region of Madhya Pradesh conducted during Rabi 2018- 2019 and 2019 - 2020 in the department of Entomology of School of agriculture at Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University of social science Mhow Indore (M.P.). It is used as vegetable in the form of salad and in the preparation of recipes of various curries besides being used as a medicinal plant. It is an essential item of every kitchen because of this reason popularly referred as “Queen of Kitchen. It is considered to be an oldest source of food. Onion is enjoyed for its flavor and pungency which is due to the presence of a volatile oil i.e. allyl propyl disulphide, an organic compound rich in sulphur. Onions are low in calorie but high in vitamins, mineral, fibers and vitamin C. besides vitamin B, folate (B9) pyridoxins (B6) which play a key role in metabolism, RBC (Red Blood Cells) production and nerve function. it also contain sufficient amount of potassium which is essential for normal cellular function, fluid balance, nerve transmission, kidney and muscles function. It has been found to lower the triglycerides and cholesterol level. The presence of Quercetin flavonides in onion is considered to lower the risk of heart disease, blood pressure and inflammation. As it contains sufficient quantity of vitamin-C, minerals and flavonoid quercetin. Onion has been credited with anticarcinogenic, anti-inflammatory, and antidiabetic properties (Jillion kubala 2018). The chemical composition of onion indicate the presence of carbohydrates 7%, protein 2%, fat 0.5%, vitamin C 12% and minerals 3.21% (Anil kumar 2016).
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Mahendra Bele, MA Alam, Sunil Silavat. Effect of organic and inorganic plant nutrition alone and in combination on onion thrips (Thrips tabaci). Int J Chem Stud 2021;9(3):261-269.
