Hot water treatment of seed is useful for control of

A. Loose smut

B. Covered smut

C. Wilt

D. Powdery mildew

Answer: Option A

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Hot water treatment of seed is useful for control of Loose smut.
The single-bath hot-water treatments for the control of loose smut in wheat and barley give satisfactory results over a range of time/temperature combinations. Thus the soaking period recommended for wheat ranges from $$1\frac{1}{2}$$ - 2 hr. at 120°F.