Combat the devastating Sheath Blight Disease of Rice with this definitive guide. Essential for anyone involved in Indian agriculture, this book thoroughly details the causes, symptoms, and life cycle of the pathogen *Rhizoctonia solani*. Discover effective, locally relevant management strategies, including chemical and biological control methods, crucial for protecting paddy yields and ensuring food security across India. This resource is indispensable for agricultural students, researchers, plant pathologists, and farmers aiming to enhance crop protection and productivity in rice cultivation.