Question on: SS2 Agriculture - Diseases of crops II

Common agricultural practices to control the spread of plant diseases include:

• Crop rotation to break disease cycles and reduce pathogen buildup in the soil.
• Use of disease-resistant crop varieties when available.
• Proper sanitation, including the removal and destruction of infected plant material.
• Monitoring and early detection of diseases to implement timely control measures.
• Application of fungicides or bactericides as needed, following recommended guidelines.
• Maintenance of optimal planting densities and spacing to improve airflow and reduce disease spread.
• Implementation of integrated pest management (IPM) strategies to minimize disease pressure while considering environmental and economic factors.

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