Question

    Which is the pest of potato tuber in field and

    storage
    A Mealy bug Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Cutworm Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Potato aphid Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Potato tuber moth Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The potato tuber moth (Phthorimaea operculella) is a significant pest of potato tubers. It affects potatoes both in the field and during storage. The adult moths lay their eggs on the potato leaves, stems, and tubers.

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