The management of ergot of bajra may be possible by adopting of

Solution(By Examveda Team)

The management of ergot of bajra may be possible by adopting Long crop rotations, Keeping seed in 20% salt solution, and Spray of oxychloride + zineb.
Ergot of bajra caused by Claviceps fusiformis is an important and widespread disease in India. The disease causes direct grain yield loss by replacing grains with toxic alkaloid-containing sclerotia, making the produce unfit for consumption.
Management of ergot should include rotation with at least one year between small grain crops. Use crops that are not susceptible to ergot in years when small grains are not grown.