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Philippines | Agriculture and Technology | Volume 14 Issue 10, October 2025 | Pages: 1659 - 1666
Field Evaluation of Forte Plus F1 (0.5% Matrine) Against Key Insect Pests in Rice (Oryza sativa L.)
Abstract: This study evaluated the bio-efficacy of Forte Plus F1 (0.5% matrine), a natural bio-insecticide, against four key rice pests: Green Leafhopper, Rice Bug, Rice Leaf Folder, and Yellow Stem Borer. Field trials were conducted in Sta. Lucia and Lomboy, Philippines, from December 2023 to April 2024. Four treatment levels were tested using RCBD with four replications. The highest concentration (T4: 400ml/300L) consistently showed superior control of GLH and RLF populations and damage, indicating a strong dose-response relationship. However, results for Yellow Stem Borer larval counts were statistically non-significant, though incidence reduction was noted. Forte Plus F1 demonstrated promising potential for ecofriendly rice pest management.
Keywords: rice pests, Forte Plus F1, Green Leafhopper, bio-insecticide, Yellow Stem Borer
How to Cite?: Ronaldo T. Alberto, "Field Evaluation of Forte Plus F1 (0.5% Matrine) Against Key Insect Pests in Rice (Oryza sativa L.)", Volume 14 Issue 10, October 2025, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1659-1666, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR251022110044, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR251022110044