Call Centre to advice on disease control of rubber
PR / Desk
KOTTAYAM, January 13, 2020: Growers can contact Rubber Board Call Centre to get advice on diseases affected in rubber during winter season and its control measures. Dr Shaji Philip, Principal Scientist, Rubber Research Institute of India will answer the questions in this regard on Wednesday January 15 2020 from 10 am to 1 pm.
The Call Centre number is 0481 - 2576622.
Usually in high elevated areas, misty nights with dew formation during refoliation favour the outbreak of powdery mildew and other winter diseases. Knowhow about these diseases and its control measures are essential to check the spreads of these diseases. Growers can also use the service of Whats App (9496333117) and Rubber Clinic for identifying pests and diseases of rubber.
Information about the services of the Board and also technical advice regarding cultivation, production, processing, etc. of rubber can be regularly sought from the Call Centre functioning at its Head Office. The service is available from 9.30 am to 5.30 pm on all working days.