How mites cause damage in pomegranate and how it can be controlled?

Mites are red or brown in colour and remain most active during dry spell from April to October. Shiny white or brown patches can be seen on the under surface of affected leaves which may further curl and fall. Adult and nymphs feed on the lower leaf surface by sucking sap. Leaf shows reddish look on severe infestation and pressing of infested leaves with thumb give red colour. For mite management, spray of propargite 57% @ 1ml/l, spiromesifen 240 SC @ 0.5 ml/l or dicofol 18.5 EC @ 2.0 ml/l in rotation for effective management and provide irrigation regularly.