In problem areas red rot incidence in sugarcane can be minismised by
A. Roguing
B. Fungicidal sprays
C. Avoiding ratooning
D. Following crop rotation with non-hosts
Answer: Option D
Solution (By Examveda Team)
Red rot of sugarcane is a disease first reported in Java in 1893 caused by fungus.It can be controlled and minimized by following crop rotation with non-hosts and application of appropriate foliar fungicides. Now resistant sugarcane varieties are also available which is the best method to stop infection.
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