Seasonal Activity of Major Insect Fauna of Paddy (Oryza sativa L.) and Collected through Light Trap at Raisen District of Madhya Pradesh, India

The present study investigates the seasonal occurrence of major insect pest species of paddy collected using a light trap during the Kharif seasons of 2022 and 2023. The relationship between insect population dynamics and weather parameters was analyzed. Data collection was conducted weekly, and correlation analysis was performed to determine the influence of temperature, relative humidity, rainfall, and sunshine on insect abundance. The results indicated significant seasonal variations in insect incidence, with peak populations observed during certain weeks. Maximum temperature and sunshine hours had a positive correlation with most insect species, while relative humidity and rainfall negatively impacted their occurrence. These findings provide crucial insights for integrated pest management strategies in paddy cultivation.