Symptoms and control measures of false smut in paddy crops

This disease spreads more where there is high humidity and 25-35 centigrade temperature. It is a fungal disease. The symptoms of this disease become apparent only after the buds emerge in the plants. The diseased rash becomes yellow to orange in color, which later turn into olive-black colored balls. The outbreak of this disease is more visible in the month of September. 

Control measures

  • It is very important to take measures to prevent this disease at the milking stage of the earhead.

  • For biological control, take a spray of Monas-curb @ 500 gm + Combat @ 500 gm + Silicomaxx @ 50 ml per acre @ 150 to 200 Ltr of water.

  • Spray Luna experience @ 200 ml or Signet @ 400 ml + Silicomaxx @ 50 ml per acre, 150 to 200 liters of water.

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