In this article we will discuss about:- 1. History of Maize 2. Cultivation and Harvesting of Maize 3. Uses. History of Maize: It is now universally admitted that Maize or Indian com is a native of America. This species probably originated in a wild state in the tropical South America. In Andes its cultivation goes back to prehistoric time. It [...]
In this article we will discuss about the Prevention of Mycotoxin in Maize. Prevention of mycotoxin in maize encompasses prevention of toxin biosynthesis and metabolism in the field or in storage. Mycotoxin detoxification refers to post-harvest treatments to remove, destroy or reduce the toxic effects. Failure to prevent mycotoxin formation in the field or in storage will inevitably lead to [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Introduction to Maize Pathogen 2. Epidemiology of Maize Pathogen 3. Environmental Factors 4. Disease Management 5. Disease Resistance. Introduction to Maize Pathogen: The disease banded leaf and sheath blight incited by Rhizoctonia solani f. sp. Sasakii Exner (Thanetophorus sasakii (Shirai) Tu & Kimbro), is found in most parts of the world and [...]