Maize Crop
Pest and Disease ManagementCharcoal Stem Rot
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• Identification: Small circular or oval bright orange pustules appear on the upper leaf surface.
• Management: Avoid late sowing, destroy crop residues, and use resistant hybrids.
• Spray Mancozeb 75 WP @ 600–800 g/acre or Azoxystrobin + Cyproconazole @ 200 mL/acre in 200 litres of water; apply 2 sprays at 15-day interval.
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