In this article we will discuss about the sandal spike disease caused by mycoplasma. Subject-Matter of Sandal Spike Disease: The disease was first reported from Coorg distinct of Karnataka State in 1903 by Barban. The disease was first thought to be caused by Viruses but in 1969, Varma et al reported that Mycoplasma like organism is the causal organism. The [...]
In this article we will discuss about the green ear disease of bajra caused by fungi. Introduction to the Green Ear Disease of Bajra: The green ear disease of Bajra is a common disease and has been reported from several countries including India, Iran, Israel, China, Fiji, Japan and the countries wherever Bajra crop is grown. In India, the disease [...]
In this article we will discuss about the powdery mildew of peas caused by fungi. Introduction to the Powdery Mildew of Peas: The powdery mildew of peas is worldwide in occurrence causing serious losses to the crop. The disease is considered to be much more serious than the downy mildew of peas. Physiologic races of the fungus attack beans, urd, [...]