Question

    Hopper burn is a symptom of

    _____
    A Rice mealy bug Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Brown plant hopper Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Rice stem borer Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Maize stem borer Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Nymphs and adults of BPH congregate at the base of the plant above the water level and suck the sap from the tillers.  The affected plant dries up and gives a scorched appearance called “hopper burn”.

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