Pesticides - Neem Leaves Paste (வேப்ப இலை கூழ்)

In our Agriculture for Everybody blog series, we are going to see Neem Leaves Paste (வேப்ப இலை கூழ்) which is an organic pest repellent.

Required Ingredients

S.No.	Ingredient Name	Qty in Litres/Grams/Kgs
1	Water	50 Litres
2	Fresh Cow Dung	20 Kgs
3	Cow's Urine	20 Litres
4	Neem Leaves	20 Kgs

Method of Preparation

1. First add the Cow Dung to the Water.
2. Add Cow's Urine as well.
3. Crush the Neem Leaves well and add the pulp as well.
4. Stir the solution using a stick to get a fine paste after 48 hours.

Note:

• Please note that the stick (neem stick is better or any pole) used for mixing the ingredients should be cleaned before & after the usage so as to avoid maggots formations in the pesticide.
• The pesticide should be kept in the shade and covered with a wire mesh or plastic mosquito net to prevent houseflies from laying eggs and the formation of maggots (worms) in the solution.

Method of Storage

1. The pesticide should be kept in the shade and covered with a wire mesh or plastic mosquito net to prevent houseflies from laying eggs and the formation of maggots (worms) in the solution.  This is applicable during the preparation as well as during the shelf life of the pesticide as well.

How long can we store the Pesticide?

1. Not Applicable

How to use the Pesticide?

1. Apply the paste to the stems of Mango, Pomegranate & Orange trees.

When to use the Pesticide?

1. Generally, the ideal time for applying the paste is during 6 am to 8.30 am and between 4 pm and 6.30 pm.

Which pests are controlled by the Pesticide?

1. Not Applicable