WAEC Agricultural Science 2016 Question 29

Question 29

Crop Diseases

Which of the following insects transmits swollen shoot virus of Cocoa?

  1. A.Stem borer
  2. B.Mealybug
  3. C.White fly
  4. D.Capsid
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (Mealybug)

Explanation

Mealybugs spread the cocoa swollen shoot virus.