Question

What causes bacterial leaf blight of rice?

Answer 1

The blight of Rice:

1. It is also called Rice Bacterial Blight.
2. It is a deadly and destructive bacterial disease.

Causes of Bacterial Blight of Rice:

1. It is caused by a gram-negative bacteria named Xanthomonas oryzae.
2. It causes discoloration and drying of leaves.

Prevention:

1. Use of proper fertilizers.
2. Keeping the paddy fields clean.