Q809
Hot water treatment of seed is useful for control of
A.
Loose smut
AnswerB.
Covered smut
C.
Wilt
D.
Powdery mildew
Answer: Option A
Solution
Answer: Option A
Solution:
Hot water treatment of seed is useful for control of Loose smut.The single-bath hot-water treatments for the control of loose smut in wheat and barley give satisfactory results over a range of time/temperature combinations. Thus the soaking period recommended for wheat ranges from - 2 hr. at 120°F.