Bhavani Bondada

@angrau.ac.in

Principal Scientist (Crop Protection) & Coordinator
Registrar/ Acharya N.G.Ranga Agricultural University, Andhra Pradesh

Bhavani Bondada


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Presently working as Principal Scientist ( Crop Protection) & Coordinator at District Agro Adivisery & Transfer of Technology Centre (DAATTC), Visakhapatnam in Acharya NG Ranga Agricultural University, Andhra Pradesh since 2021.
Earlier worked as Scientist (Entomology) in Rice crop at Agricultural Research Station (Presently RARS), Maruteru from December, 1998 - October, 2001.
Worked as Scientist (Entomology) in Sugarcane & Vehgetable crops at RARS, Anakapalle from October, 2001- December, 2010
Worked as Principal Scientist (Entomoloy) in AICRP on Sugrcane scheme from 2010 to 2021 at Regional Agricultural Research Station (RARS), Anakaplle, Andhra Pradesh.
24 years of Research experience and one year Extension experience.

EDUCATION

Ph.D in Agricultural Entomology in Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University, Andhra Pradesh
33

Scopus Publications

507

Scholar Citations

12

Scholar h-index

18

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Scopus Publications

  • Morphological and molecular confirmation of occurrence of neotropical invasive Bondar’s Nesting Whitefly, Paraleyrodes bondari Peracchi (Hemiptera, Aleyrodidae) in sugarcane and its seasonal dynamics
    B. Bhavani, P.K. Varma, G.V. Krishna, Ch. Mukunda Rao
    Journal of Environmental Biology, 2026
    Aim: The present study was undertaken to identify and confirm the neotropical invasive whitefly species infesting sugarcane through morphological and molecular characterization, and to assess its seasonal incidence and associated natural enemies. Methodology: The invasive whitefly infesting the sugarcane leaves was identified and confirmed through morphological and molecular characterization. Field and laboratory studies were undertaken to document its biology, seasonal incidence in relation to prevailing weather conditions, and associated natural enemies. Results: The present study confirms the occurrence of the neotropical invasive whitefly, Bondar’s Nesting Whitefly (BNW), Paraleyrodes bondari Peracchi (Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae), on sugarcane representing the first documented report of P. bondari infesting sugarcane in Andhra Pradesh. Adults formed characteristic woolly wax nests on the underside of sugarcane leaves and exhibited oblique greyish wing bands arranged in an ‘X’ pattern. Molecular characterization of partial mitochondrial COI gene revealed 100% nucleotide identity with P. bondari sequences previously reported from coconut, and the sequence was deposited in NCBI GenBank under Accession No. PA234076.1. Interpretation: Detection of BNW on sugarcane in North Coastal Andhra Pradesh is a potential emerging threat for sugarcane cultivation due to its wide host range and rapid spread; understanding its biology and impact is essential for effective management. Key words: Bondar's nesting whitefly, Molecular characterization, Paraleyrodes bondari, Sugarcane
  • Detection of Sugarcane bacilliform virus in diseased sugarcane plants in Andhra Pradesh, India by serological and molecular methods
    G. Vamsi Krishna, V. Manoj Kumar, P. Kishore Varma, B. Bhavani, G. Vijaya Kumar
    Brazilian Journal of Microbiology, 2023
  • Identification of resistance to Sugarcane mosaic virus, Sugarcane streak mosaic virus, and Sugarcane bacilliform virus in new elite sugarcane accessions in India
    G. Vamsi Krishna, V. Manoj Kumar, P. Kishore Varma, B. Bhavani, G. Vijaya Kumar
    Frontiers in Microbiology, 2023
    Sugarcane mosaic and leaf fleck diseases are significant viral diseases affecting sugarcane crops in India. The use of resistant sugarcane varieties is considered the most economical and effective approach to manage viral diseases, especially in vegetatively propagated crops such as sugarcane. Sugarcane mosaic virus (SCMV) and Sugarcane streak mosaic virus (SCSMV) are the primary pathogens responsible for mosaic disease in sugarcane-growing regions of India. Sugarcane bacilliform virus (SCBV), causing leaf fleck disease, is also often found in mixed infections with mosaic symptoms. The study aimed to identify new sources of resistance by screening sugarcane germplasm for resistance to SCMV, SCSMV, and SCBV. The screening was carried out under high inoculum using the infector row method in both plant and ratoon crops. Out of 129 genotypes tested, only 8 were found to be free of mosaic viruses, indicating a rare occurrence of resistant sources. The study revealed that mosaic disease is widespread, with nearly 95% of tested varieties/genotypes being infected with mosaic viruses. SCMV, SCSMV, and SCBV were detected in 121 out of 129 genotypes using the RT-PCR and PCR assays. Based on their response to the viruses, the tested genotypes were categorized into different resistance grades: highly resistant (grade 1), resistant (grade 2), moderately resistant (grade 3), susceptible (grade 4), and highly susceptible (grade 5). The results of the study provide valuable information about elite resistance resources that can be used for the prevention and control of mosaic disease. These resistant genotypes could also serve as potential donors for mosaic and leaf fleck disease resistance in breeding programs.
  • Effect of inundative releases of trichogramma chilonis in sugarcane
    M. VISALAKSHI, B. BHAVAN, and
    Journal of Biological Control, 2020
    Studies on effect of inundative releases of Trichogramma chilonis in sugarcane revealed that the frequency and rate of T. chilonis release had played a significant role in the management of sugarcane shoot borers. Early shoot borer and internode borer incidence was low in T. chilonis @ 75,000/ha/release, 6 times (6.54% and 2.27% ; 3.92% and 5.85%) followed by T. chilonis @ 50,000/ha/release, 6 times (7.9% and 4.26%) whereas untreated control recorded high incidence of early shoot borer and internode borer (10.94% and 15.95 %; 5.12% and 18.25 %) during 2015 and 2016. The sustainability of inundative releases of T. chilonis with highest per cent field recovery was recorded in T. chilonis release @75,000/ha/release, 6 times during monsoon period (68.63% and 20% ) and post monsoon period (29.55% and 37.59 %) as compared to pre monsoon period (12.1% and 9.27 %) of 2015 and 2016. Cane yields recorded in plant crop, 2015 (52.42 t/ha) and ratoon crop, 2016 (47.95 t/ha) revealed that high rate of T. chilonis @ 75,000/ha/release resulted in increased yields (21.77 % and 24.64 %) over untreated control.
  • Multi-Location Test of Alternative Pheromone Trap Designs for Sugarcane Early Shoot Borer in South India
    S. Sithanantham, M. Prabakaran, B. Bhavani, K. Jhansi, P. Vijayaprasd, et al.
    Sugar Tech, 2020
  • Efficacy of insecticide + Fungicide combinations in the management of early shoot borer and smut in sugarcane
    Pestology, 2015
  • Impact of weather parameters on the incidence of early shoot borer (Chilo infuscatellus) and Scale Insect (Melanaspis Glomerata) in sugarcane in north coastal region of Andhra Pradesh, India
    Current Status of Sugarcane Research in India, 2015
  • Morphological basis of host plant resistance in sugarcane to early shoot borer, Chilo infuscatellus Snellen
    International Sugar Journal, 2014
  • Efficacy of granular insecticides against white grub, Holotrichia consanguinea Blanch in Sugarcane
    Pestology, 2014
  • Early shoot borer (Chilo infuscatellus Snellen) incidence in sugarcane - Role of weather in a warm sub-humid climate of India
    International Sugar Journal, 2013
  • Management of sugarcane scale insect (Melanaspis glomerata green) in North Coastal Region of Andhra Pradesh, India
    International Sugar Journal, 2013
  • Effect of nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, total sugar and moisture content on the incidence of the early shoot borer, Chilo infuscatellus Snellen in sugarcane
    International Sugar Journal, 2012
  • Weather and scale insect (Melanaspis glomerata) interactions in sugarcane
    International Sugar Journal, 2012
  • Management of whitefly (Aleurohbus barodensis mask) in sugarcane agro-ecosystem
    Pestology, 2011
  • Impact of certain plant based pesticides on management of key pests of sugarcane
    Pestology, 2011
  • Efficacy of certain novel insecticides against white grub, Holotrichia consanguinea blanch in sugarcane
    Pestology, 2011
  • Field evaluation of sugarcane germplasm against early shoot borer, internode borer and scale insect
    Pestology, 2011
  • Integrated management of scale insect (melanaspis glomerata green) in Sugarcane
    Pestology, 2011
  • Management of early shoot borer and internode borer, Chilo infuscatellus snellen with granular insecticides in sugarcane
    Pestology, 2010
  • Impact of climate change on population dynamics of Okra shoot and fruit borer, earias vittella fab. in north coastal zone of Andhra Pradesh
    Pestology, 2010
  • Comparative bioefficacy of selected insecticides against scale insect (Melanaspis glomerata G.) on sugarcane
    Pestology, 2010
  • Evaluation of different I.P.M. modules for the management of insect pests of cabbage
    Pestology, 2009
  • Bioefficacy of selected insecticides against early shoot borerand internode borer (Chilo infuscatellus SNELLEN) in sugarcane
    Pestology, 2009
  • Evaluation of integrated management practices for the control of shoot and fruit borer, leucinodes orbonalis guenee in brinjal
    Pestology, 2009
  • Evaluation of integrated pest management modules against Bhendi shoot and fruit borer Earias vitella Fabricius
    Pestology, 2008

RECENT SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS

  • Morphological and molecular confirmation of occurrence of neotropical invasive Bondar’s Nesting Whitefly, Paraleyrodes bondari Peracchi (Hemiptera, Aleyrodidae) in sugarcane …
    B B, PK Varma, GV Krishna, CM Rao
    Journal of Environmental Bology 47 (3), 619-629 , 2026
    2026
  • First report of Metarhizium koreanum, a natural pathogen of Pyrilla perpusilla walker (Hemiptera: Lophopidae)
    CM Kishore Varma P, Kamakshi N, Bhavani B, Janaki Prasad Ambati2 , Bavana ...
    Egyptian Journal of Biological Pest Control 36 (5), https://doi.org/10.1186 … , 2026
    2026
    Citations: 1
  • Insect pests of sugarcane in Andhra Pradesh: Current status and integrated management
    B B
    International Journal of Entomology Research 10 (11), 103-116 , 2025
    2025
  • Management Strategies for Sugarcane Borers and Yield Loss Assessment under Changing Climatic Conditions in Andhra Pradesh, India
    B Bhavani, R Saritha, M Visalakshi, D Adilakshmi
    Research Perspective on Biological Science Vol. 7, 77-96 , 2025
    2025
  • Technology adoption and yield gains in rice fallow blackgram: Frontline demonstrations in Anakapalle district, north coastal zone of Andhra Pradesh
    B B, P Kumar PB, SPLV Bharathalakshmi M
    International Journal of Agriculture Extension and Social Development 8 (8 … , 2025
    2025
  • Sugarcane Borer Management Strategies and Crop Loss Assessment under Changing Climatic Conditions in Andhra Pradesh, India
    B Bhavani, R Saritha, M Visalakshi, D Adilakshmi, MR Ch
    Uttar Pradesh Journal of Zoology 46 (15), 24-36 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 1
  • Efficacy of Chlorantraniliprole 5DT against Yellow Stem Borer (Scirpophaga incertulas Walker) and Leaf Folder (Cnaphalocrocis medinalis Guenee) of Rice
    R Saritha, M Visalalakshi, B Bhavani
    Archives of Current Research International 25 (7), 565-573 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 1
  • Integrated management strategies for fall armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda) in maize: an on-farm assessment in the North Coastal Zone of Andhra Pradesh
    B Bhavani, PK PB
    International Journal of Agriculture Extension and Social Development 8 (7 … , 2025
    2025
  • Effective control strategies for sugarcane borers in single-node seedling technology: A study on insecticidal efficacy and yield improvement
    B B, V M, B M
    International Journal of Entomology Research 10 (6), 95-99 , 2025
    2025
  • Bioefficacy of chlorantraniliprole (AC 01) 0.4%GR against Early Shoot Borer and Termites in Sugarcane
    B Bhavani
    Journal of Krishi Vignan 13 (2), 232-237 , 2025
    2025
  • Bio-Efficacy of Chlorantraniliprole 600 g/l SC against Sugarcane Early Shoot Borer, Chilo infuscatellus (Snellen)
    R Saritha, B Bhavani
    UTTAR PRADESH JOURNAL OF ZOOLOGY 46 (6), 39-46 , 2025
    2025
  • Performance of Green Manure Crops Sunhemp (Crotalaria juncea L.) and Dhaincha (Sesbania aculeata L.) in Rice Fallow
    DPBP Kumar, DB Bhavani, DT Rao
    International Journal of Environmental & Agriculture Research (IJOEAR) 11 (1 … , 2025
    2025
  • Ecological Distribution and Infestation Dynamics of Rice Panicle Mite, Steneotarsonemus spinki Smiley
    B Bhavani, KP Varma, M Visalakshi
    Indian Journal of Ecology 52 (6), 1576-1583 , 2025
    2025
  • Resistance to Yellow Leaf Disease in Sugarcane Genotypes as Influenced by Physico-chemical Traits
    R Saritha, V Chandrasekhar, D Adilakshmi, B Bhavani, M Visalakshi
    Indian Journal of Ecology 52 (6), 1770-1775 , 2025
    2025
  • Zero Tillage Method of Maize Cultivation in Visakhapatnam District of North Coastal Zone of Andhra Pradesh
    PBP kumar, B B, T Rao
    International Journal of Environmental & Agriculture Research (IJOEAR) 10 … , 2024
    2024
  • Direct seeding of rice with drum seeder in Visakhpatnam district of North Coastal zone of Andhra Pradesh
    PBP Kumar, B B., TR Rao
    International Journal of Environmental & Agriculture Research (IJOEAR) 10 (9 … , 2024
    2024
  • Identification of resistance to Sugarcane mosaic virus, Sugarcane streak mosaic virus , and Sugarcane bacilliform virus in new elite sugarcane accessions in India
    G Vamsi Krishna, V Manoj Kumar, P Kishore Varma, B Bhavani, ...
    Frontiers in Microbiology 14, 1276932 , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 17
  • Identification of resistance to Sugarcane mosaic virus, Sugarcane streak mosaic virus and Sugarcane bacilliform virus in new elite sugarcane accessions in India
    V Krishna G, M Kumar V, K Varma P, B B, V Kumar
    Frontiers in Microbiology 14, 10.3389/fmicb.2023.1276932 , 2023
    2023
  • Detection of Sugarcane bacilliform virus in diseased sugarcane plants in Andhra Pradesh, India by serological and molecular methods
    GV Krishna, VM Kumar, PK Varma, B Bhavani, GV Kumar
    Brazilian Journal of Microbiology 54 (3), 1399-1409 , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 8
  • Molecular Characterization and Diagnostics for Effective Management of Phytoplasma and Viral Diseases in Sugarcane
    GV Krishna, VM Kumar, PK Varma, B Bhavani, GVKVP Kumari.
    The Andhra Agricultural Journal 70 (3), 343-354, 202 , 2023
    2023

MOST CITED SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS

  • Morphological and molecular identification of an invasive insect pest, fall army worm, Spodoptera frugiperda occurring on sugarcane in Andhra Pradesh, India
    B Bhavani, V Chandra Sekhar, P Kishore Varma, M Bharatha Lakshmi, ...
    Journal of Entomology and Zoology Studies 7 (4), 12-18 , 2019
    2019
    Citations: 55
  • Spikelet sterility/grain discoloration in rice in Andhra Pradesh, India.
    PRM Rao, B Bhavani, TRM Rao, PR Reddy
    IRRN-International Rice Research Notes 25 (3) , 2000
    2000
    Citations: 43
  • Bioefficacy of certain insecticides against rice planthoppers vis-à-vis natural enemies under irrigated field conditions
    B Bhavani, PRM Rao
    Indian Journal of Plant Protection 33 (1), 64 , 2005
    2005
    Citations: 30
  • Field evaluation of entomopathogenic fungi against white grub, Holotrichia consanguinea Blanch in sugarcane.
    M Visalakshi, B Bhavani, SG Rao
    2015
    Citations: 27
  • Management of sugarcane white fly (Aleurolobus barodensis Mask.) in North coastal districts of Andhra Pradesh, India
    B Bhavani, CVN Rao
    International journal of social science & interdisciplinary research 2, 112-115 , 2013
    2013
    Citations: 27
  • Biochemical basis for antibiosis mechanism of resistance in sugarcane to early shoot borer, Chilo infuscatellus Snellen
    B Bhavani, KD Reddy, NV Rao, MB Lakshmi
    Tropical Agricultural Research 23 (2), 126-141 , 2012
    2012
    Citations: 23
  • Survey and surveillance of sugarcane insect pests in Andhra Pradesh.
    CVN Rao, NV Rao, B Bhavani, NV Naidu
    2009
    Citations: 20
  • Identification of resistance to Sugarcane mosaic virus, Sugarcane streak mosaic virus , and Sugarcane bacilliform virus in new elite sugarcane accessions in India
    G Vamsi Krishna, V Manoj Kumar, P Kishore Varma, B Bhavani, ...
    Frontiers in Microbiology 14, 1276932 , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 17
  • Climate change–Likely effects on the population dynamics of brinjal shoot and fruit borer (Luecinodes orbonalis Guen.)
    BB Rao, B Bhavani
    Indian Journal of Dryland Agricultural Research and Development 25 (2), 58-62 , 2010
    2010
    Citations: 16
  • Efficacy of certain new insecticides against rice planthoppers under field conditions
    NRG Varma, SM Zaheruddeen, B Bhavani, PRM Rao
    Indian Journal of Plant Protection 31 (2), 31-33 , 2003
    2003
    Citations: 16
  • Relative efficacy of new insecticide formulations against mixed population of planthoppers and leaf folder in rice
    B Bhavani
    Indian Journal of plant protection 34 (2), 206-209 , 2006
    2006
    Citations: 15
  • Studies on the biology of sugarcane early shoot borer, Chilo infuscatellus Snellen on artificial diet in North coastal region of Andhra Pradesh, India
    B Bhavani
    Int J Soc Sci Inter Discip Res 2 (9), 70-89 , 2013
    2013
    Citations: 13
  • Cladosporium cladosporioides: A new report of parasitism on sugarcane woolly aphid, Ceratovacuna lanigera Zehntner
    P Kishore Varma, V Chandra Sekhar, B Bhavani, S Upendhar
    J. Entomol. Zool. Stud 7, 1122-1126 , 2019
    2019
    Citations: 12
  • Influence of intercrops on incidence of early shoot borer, Chilo infuscatellus Snellen in sugarcane.
    NV Rao, CVN Rao, B Bhavani, NV Naidu
    2010
    Citations: 12
  • Population dynamics of cabbage aphid, Lipaphis erysimi (Kaltenbach) and its control with selected insecticides in cabbage
    B Bhavani, KC Punnaiah
    Pestology 30 (11), 24-29 , 2006
    2006
    Citations: 12
  • Integrated management of sugarcane borer complex through mass trapping with pheromone lures and biological controls
    B Bhavani, M Visalakshi, N Venugopala Rao
    Adv Appl Sci 3, 46-50 , 2017
    2017
    Citations: 11
  • Comparative efficacy of selected insecticides against major pests of cabbage
    B Bhavani, KC Punnaiah
    Pestology 28 (8), 20-27 , 2004
    2004
    Citations: 11
  • Bioefficacy of selective new insecticides against sugarcane borer complex in Andhra Pradesh, India
    B Bhavani, MB Lakshmi, KV Rao
    STC Agriculture and Natural Resources 2 (5), 01-07 , 2016
    2016
    Citations: 10
  • Evaluation of integrated management practices for the control of shoot and fruit borer, Leucinodes orbonalis in brinjal
    B Bhavani, N Rao, CVN Rao
    Pestology 33 (4), 42-44 , 2009
    2009
    Citations: 9
  • Bioeffecacy of Thiamethoxam (Actara 20 WG) against rice plant hoppers in irrigated field conditions
    B Bhavani, PRM Rao
    Pestology 28 (12), 41-44 , 2004
    2004
    Citations: 9