Techniques in Controlling Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle
Rhinoceros beetle feeds on the young unopened fronds in the central crown of the palm. An attack can cause serious damage, while repeated attacks can destroy the apical meristem resulting in the death of the palm. Young palms are particularly attacked. Although adult palms are rarely attacked, significant decrease in yield is observed.
At the farmers’ level, rhinoceros beetle can be controlled using the integrated control strategies that are developed by the Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA). As one of the components in the adoption of good agricultural practice for coconut, integrated pest management strategies are applied in the control of pest and diseases.
















