Northern corn leaf blight remains a top concern for corn growers. It's been increasing in recent years, with pathogens mutating and adapting. Monitoring incidence (how widespread) and severity (how much leaf damage) is key to managing yield impact. #CornBlight #CropDisease #Farming #Agriculture #PlantPathology | RealAgriculture | Facebook

Notes Crop Protection # Disease Details 1. *Disease:* Southern corn leaf blight 2. *Causal agent:* Bipolaris maydis (a fungus) 3. *Control measure:* Fungicides Fungicides are chemical compounds used to control fungal diseases in plants. Other options: 1. *Insecticides* (a): Used to control insect pests, not fungal diseases. 2. *Antibiotics* (b): Used to control bacterial diseases, not fungal diseases. 3. *Miticides* (d): Used to control mites, not fungal diseases. #waragritechtv #agricultureboar