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Which of the following diseases is being described? This disease forms dark spots on the base of stems and roots in cabbage plants. The plants turn yellow, wilt and die. The disease is spread by rain, wind and human activity. The disease can be prevented by providing space for air circulation, using crop rotation and choosing resistant cultivars.
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Bacterial wilt
Bacterial wilt

Potato scab
Potato scab

Blackleg
Blackleg

Bacterial spot
Bacterial spot
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Blackleg

Reason: Blackleg (a fungal stem canker of brassicas) causes dark lesions at the stem base and roots, leads to yellowing, wilting and death, and is spread by rain, wind and cultural activity. Control measures include good air circulation, crop rotation and resistant cultivars.