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.