What type of seeds should be used to prevent Bean common mosaic potyvirus?

Using disease-free seeds is crucial in preventing the spread of Bean common mosaic potyvirus. This virus can be transferred through infected seeds, leading to the establishment of the disease in new plants. When disease-free seeds are planted, it greatly reduces the initial introduction of the virus into the crop, which is essential for managing and controlling its presence in the field. Disease-free seeds come from plants that have been tested and confirmed to be free of the virus, thereby ensuring that the crops grown from these seeds remain healthy and productive.

Other choices, such as infected seeds, would directly introduce the virus to crops, and thus increase the risk of infection. GMO seeds and hybrid seeds, while they may offer benefits in trait improvements, do not inherently address the issue of virus-free planting material unless they are specifically developed and validated as disease-free. Therefore, the emphasis on disease-free seeds is the most effective strategy for preventing Bean common mosaic potyvirus in bean crops.