In this article we will discuss about the diseases management strategies for harvested fruits and vegetables. Fresh fruits and vegetables are rich in moisture and nutrients, thus susceptible to attack by various pathogenic microorganisms that are incapable to parasitize them during the period of their development and growth. These are attacked by certainly weak pathogens like fungi and bacteria, typical [...]
The following points highlight the seven major factors affecting disease development. The factors are: 1. Inoculum Level 2. Cultivars 3. Cultural Practices 4. Crop Rotation 5. Environmental Conditions 6. Fruit Ripening Stage 7. Harvesting. Disease Development: Factor # 1. Inoculum Level: An assembly of vital pathogen and its suitable host in favourable environment should take place for a successful infection [...]
The following points highlight the top eight management processes of post-harvest diseases. The management processes are: 1. Pre-Existing Defence Mechanism 2. Induced Defence Mechanism 3. Disease Resistance 4. Means for Sustaining Harvested Produce 5. Biological Control 6. Chemical Control 7. Natural Chemical Compounds 8. Other Safe Compounds. Management Process # 1. Pre-Existing Defence Mechanism: (i) Cuticle as a Barrier against [...]