White bud in maize is due to lack of which element?

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Zinc. White bud in maize is due to lack of zinc. in this condition Pale yellow chlorotic zones appear running parallel to the midrib starting at base of leaves. Leaf margin, tip and midrib remain green. The youngest developing leaves may be totally chlorotic yellow or white ('white bud'). Internode growth is reduced and leads to a stunted appearance.

White bud in maize is due to lack of which element?

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