ICAR-SBI recommends lemongrass to deter elephants from sugarcane fields adjoining Western Ghats
The ICAR-Sugarcane Breeding Institute has recommended planting lemongrass as a natural deterrent to protect sugarcane fields from elephant raids. This method has proven effective in other regions and provides farmers with an additional source of income.
Why it matters
It offers a sustainable, low-cost solution to human-wildlife conflict, protecting both crops and endangered elephant populations.
The ICAR-Sugarcane Breeding Institute (SBI) has found lemongrass to be an effective repellent agent for elephants in sugarcane fields abutting the Western Ghats.
The report is based on scientific recommendations and agricultural outreach, maintaining a neutral and informative tone.
Get smarter about the news
Sign up free for a feed built around what you actually care about, Dive Deeper research on any story, and the full text of every article.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in