Rust Disease Threatens Late-Sown Wheat: Farmers Urged to Act Now

• Late-sown wheat faces increased rust disease risk due to slow growth, weak plants, and yellowing leaves.
• Agricultural scientist Dr. Rajesh Kumar highlights that suboptimal temperatures affect root development and boost disease susceptibility.
• Cold, humid, and foggy weather, with temperatures between 10-20°C, accelerates rust spread, causing yellow/brown spots and reduced photosynthesis.
• Farmers should use disease-resistant varieties, balanced fertilizers (avoiding excess nitrogen), and fungicides like Propiconazole or Tebuconazole at first symptoms.
• For stunted growth, a mixture of 2 grams of Saaf or Indofil-45 per liter of water can be sprayed to control fungal diseases and improve plant health.