It is a disease most prevalent in areas with high rainfall. The middle leaves of the plant wither and start drying from the top of the plant. At the same time a soft rot develops in the stalk. Which rapidly spreads to the lower parts of the stem and smells bad. Due to which the stem becomes weak, its top hangs down. The cluster of leaves of such a top part can be easily separated from the stem by pulling, the plant falls from the rotten part.

Preventive Measures

For biological control, spray Monas Curb (Pseudomonas fluorescens) @ 500 gm/acre @ 150-200 Ltr of water.

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