Question

    Which of the following causes Black scurf of potato ?

    A Sclerotium rolfsii Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Rhizoctonia solani Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Ralstonia Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Phytophthora infestans Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Rhizoctonia solani is a soil-borne fungus that causes Black Scurf of potato. It results in: ·       Formation of hard, black sclerotia on the potato tubers. ·       Stunted plant growth and reduced yield.

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