WAEC Agricultural Science 2006 Question 33

Question 33

Crop Diseases

Which of the following is a symptom of black-pod disease of Cacao?

  1. A.Diseased leaves fall prematurely
  2. B.Characteristic swellings appear on young stems and roots
  3. C.A small brown spot first appears on the pod
  4. D.Veins of diseased leaves become red in colour
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (A small brown spot first appears on the pod)

Explanation

Black pod begins as a brown spot that spreads over the pod.