Paddy Crop

Pests & Disease Management
Sheath Blight

  • For management of Sheath Blight:
    • Greyish green lesions with purple margin develop on the leaf-sheath above the water level. Later, the lesions enlarge and coalesce with other lesions.
    • The severe attack results in the poor filling of the grains.
    • Destroy the rice straw and stubbles after harvesting the affected crop.
    • Avoid the excessive use of nitrogenous fertilizers. Keep the bunds clean by removing the grass.
    For management,
    • Foliar spray of Mefentrifluconazole 200 g/l + Fluxapyroxad 200 g/l SC @ 120 ml per acre at 30-40 days after transplanting.