Question

Which is linked to discovery of Bordeaux mixture as fungicide?

• A. Loose smut of Wheat
  
• B. Black rust of Wheat
  
• C. Bacterial leaf blight of Rice
• D. Downy mildew of Grapes
  

Answer 1

The correct option is D Downy mildew of Grapes


Bordeaux mixture
Bordeaux mixture is a copper sulphate-lime mix discovered in the 1860s by Millardet.
It was first used to spray on grapes to prevent the growth of fungi that was responsible for downy mildew.
Final answer
(A) Downy mildew of Grapes