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Microbes as biocontrol agents are...

Microbes as biocontrol agents are

A

Always narrow spectrum like Trichoderma

B

Always broad spectrum like NPV

C

Either narrow or broad spectrum depending on their usage

D

Pathogens affecting aerial parts of the crop only

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