The monsoon season revitalises vegetable gardens, promoting abundant growth and improved soil moisture. However, it also brings a surge in pests and fungal diseases, triggered by high humidity and damp conditions.

Chemical pesticides may offer quick fixes, but they often harm soil life, beneficial insects, and long-term plant health. Organic pest control, on the other hand, offers sustainable and effective solutions that keep your garden blooming while protecting its natural balance.

Monsoon conditions favour pests such as aphids, whiteflies, slugs, snails, and caterpillars. These insects feed on sap and foliage, stunt plant growth, and spread viral diseases.

Fungal infections like powdery mildew, leaf spot, and root rot also become more prevalent due to constant moisture. Early signs often appear on tender shoots or the undersides of leaves and should be addressed promptly to avoid serious damage.

Here are some tips you can follow to manage these challenges organically:

1. Encouraging beneficial insects

Natural predators form the foundation of organic pest control. Ladybirds, lacewings, hoverflies, and parasitic wasps actively

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