This internet-based system to forecast rapeseed-mustard aphid occurrence, has been implemented by embedding most effective earlier developed location-specific statistical models for aphid forecast. This web-based tool, developed for use by extension personnel, is useful to produce advisory for mustard growers to decide schedule of insecticide application. The user has to input weather parameter by selecting location closest to their crop plantings area and system will provide a forecast of aphid incidence along with recommendations for insecticide application. The forecast regarding occurrence of aphid (Lipaphis erysimi) on oilseeds Brassica crops in season can be available to farmers with sufficient lag period for taking necessary action. This tools enables avoid unwarranted sprays of insecticide to prevent avoidable expenditure of the farmer and also safeguard the environment from undue pesticide load.

Warning: Since the output of this tool is based on weather parameter for a specific location, we would like to sincerely suggest that in order to get the best benefits and avoid undue controversies, this tool may be used only by well-trained agro-advisors and agricultural extension personnel, so that interpretations of outputs are not misleading.