Question

The ‘grassy shoot disease’ of sugarcane can be prevented by:

A Moist hot air treatment of seed-canes Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B Spraying of a suitable fungicide Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C Spraying of a recommended bactericide Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D Light trap Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

The ‘grassy shoot disease’ of sugarcane is caused by Mycoplasma-like organisms. Moist hot air treatment of sets is suggested to control infection before planting. This reduces the percentage of disease incidence.

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