barley smut

"Barley smut" refers to a group of fungal diseases affecting barley, primarily caused by fungi in the genus Ustilago.

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Definition

(technical, academic)A fungal disease in barley where dark, powdery spores replace the grain.

Barley smut can significantly reduce crop yield by contaminating the grain with spores.
Farmers need to monitor for barley smut to prevent widespread damage.

(technical, academic)A disease of barley caused by fungi, leading to the formation of spore masses instead of healthy grain.

Using resistant barley varieties is an effective way to combat barley smut.
The presence of barley smut in a field can lead to significant economic losses for farmers.

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