Black Sigatoka, caused by the fungus Mycosphaerella fijiensis, is a major disease affecting banana plants. Effective control measures for Black Sigatoka include: 1. Fungicide Applications: Regular application of fungicides is essential to manage and control the spread of the disease. Fungicides such as azoxystrobin and propiconazole are commonly used to protect banana plants from Black Sigatoka. 2. Cultural Practices: Implementing cultural practices such as proper spacing between plants, removing diseased leaves, and maintaining good air circulation around the plants can help reduce the spread of the disease. 3. Resistant Varieties: Planting resistant banana varieties can be an effective long-term strategy to combat Black Sigatoka. These varieties have genetic resistance to the disease and are less susceptible to infection. . 4. Integrated Pest Management (IPM): Implementing an integrated approach that combines cultural practices, biological control methods, and judicious use of pesticides can help minimize the impact of Black Sigatoka while reducing reliance on chemical control alone.