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Head Smut
Plant disease guide · TerraceFarming
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What causes Head Smut?
A seed-borne fungal disease where affected ears are filled with black powdery masses.
How to treat Head Smut
Remove and destroy affected panicles immediately to prevent spore dispersal. Practice hot water seed treatment (55°C for 7-12 minutes) for seeds before sowing.
How to prevent Head Smut
Use disease-free seeds and cultivate resistant varieties like GPUK 3.
Crops commonly affected
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