What is another word for loose smut?
Pronunciation: [lˈuːs smˈʌt] (IPA) 
Loose smut is a common plant disease that affects certain cereal crops such as wheat and barley. It is caused by a fungus and can drastically reduce crop yield and quality. Some commonly used synonyms for loose smut include loose kernel smut, dusty smut, and covered smut. Other terms that can be used to describe this disease include Tilletia tritici and Tilletia caries, which are the scientific names for the fungal pathogens that cause loose smut. Identifying loose smut early on and implementing effective control measures such as crop rotation and fungicide treatments can help prevent significant crop losses.
