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Protect Crops From Flying Pests With Solar Light Trap For Just 204 Rupees
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News18•19-10-2026, 23:40
Protect Crops From Flying Pests With Solar Light Trap For Just 204 Rupees
- •The solar light trap charges with sunlight during the day and automatically turns on at night to attract flying pests.
- •According to agricultural officials, about 60 to 70 percent of flying pests in the field can be trapped using this device.
- •Pests drawn to the light fall into a tray filled with water and a little diesel, effectively reducing pesticide dependency and costs.
- •Farmers can install 3 to 4 units in a one-acre field, with a device lifespan lasting around 4 to 5 months for a single crop season.
- •Registered farmers can obtain this device through their local Agriculture Protection Unit at a subsidized farmer share of 204 rupees.
Key Questions Answered
A solar light trap charges using sunlight during the day and automatically turns on at night to attract flying pests with its light. Pests drawn to the light fall into a tray filled with water or water mixed with diesel placed underneath, preventing them from escaping and effectively trapping them.
Registered farmers can obtain a solar light trap at a subsidized farmer's share of only 204 rupees through the Agriculture Protection Unit.
Farmers who are not yet registered can do so by visiting their nearest Lokvani Kendra or Jan Seva Kendra. The required documents for this registration include a land record document (Khatauni), an Aadhaar card, and a bank passbook.
