Integrated management of Rhizoctonia in potatoes

Rhizoctonia solani AG 3 causes significant damage to potatoes through pre- and post-emergence damping-off and skin necrosis, leading to yield loss and tuber quality reduction. This fact sheet outlines an integrated crop management (ICM) approach for effective control, including crop rotation, green manures, and non-host crops like rye, red clover, and oilseed radish to enhance soil microbial balance and suppress the pathogen. Key strategies focus on reducing disease pressure through diversified cropping systems and maintaining soil health.