Question

    Which of the following are used to prevent germination

    of fungal spores?
    A Fungicides Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Insecticides Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Nematicides Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Acaricides Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    1. Mechanism:  a. Inhibit ergosterol synthesis (e.g., triazoles)  b. Disrupt cell membranes (e.g., strobilurins) 2. FSSAI MRLs:  a. Azoxystrobin: 0.01-3 ppm (crop dependent)  b. Captan: Ban in ready-to-eat foods 3. Resistance Management:  a. FRAC code rotation required

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