GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

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SOIL AND AGRICULTURE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Damping-off disease of vegetable nursery can be controlled by-
A
Solarization
B
Seed treatment
C
Mixing of fungicides in soil
D
All of these
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Infection of seedling stems by the damping off fungi results in thin wiry rotted stems that cannot support the seedling. Sterilize all used pots and trays in a solution of 10% household bleach by soaking for 30 minutes. Use new potting mix to fill trays. Don’t reuse potting mix and don’t use garden soil or compost.

Detailed explanation-2: -Damping-off can be caused by various fungi, including Rhizoctonia species (spp.) and Fusarium spp., or fungus-like organisms called oomycetes (also called water molds), including Phytophthora spp. and Pythium spp. Many of these pathogens have a broad host range and are capable of infecting numerous vegetable hosts.

Detailed explanation-3: -Sterilize all used pots, trays, and tools with a solution of 10% bleach prior to use. Use new potting soil for starting seedlings. Avoid overwatering your seedlings, and choose pots and trays with good drainage holes. More items •04-Nov-2021

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