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Step11. Intercrop cassava with other crops Cassava/Maize and cassava/legume intercrops have been found to give better land utilization, reduce soil erosion and risk of crop loss. For sole crop cassava, plant on crest of ridge or heap. Cassava is planted on the crest and maize is planted on the side of the ridge or heap. Where cassava is grown as an intercrop, consider the branching habits of the cassava and the component crops and adjust spacing to suit the crops. Sole cassava cropping may result in inefficient use of land space. 14
Step12. Control of diseases African Cassava Mosaic Virus ( ACMV), Cassava Bacterial Blight (CBB) Cassava Anthracnose Disease (CAD) and Root Rot are some of the major diseases attacking cassava. Select cuttings from cassava varieties that are resistant to the common diseases in your area. Avoid plants that suffer from a complex of diseases and pests Rogue out diseased plants and burn to reduce spread of diseases. Diseases reduce growth and yield of cassava. Control them! 15
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Page 3 and 4: Step1. Select a good site Cassava i
Page 5 and 6: Step 3. Choose desirable varieties
Page 7 and 8: Step 5. Prepare and handle cuttings
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Page 19 and 20: Good harvest and profits bring joy!
Page 21 and 22: High yielding resistant varieties

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