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 [...]
The following points highlight he two main strategies for prevention of mycotoxin in maize. The strategies are: 1. Pre-Harvest Management 2. Post-Harvest Management. Strategy # 1. Pre-Harvest Management: Prevention the growth of moulds on storage grains through pre-harvest management is the first step in minimizing the microbial spoilage of stored grains. Association between microbial decay and inadequate storage facilities cannot [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Subject-Matter of Maize 2. Major Diseases of Maize and their Distribution 3. Major Epidemics 4. Biotic Stresses are Responsible for Lowering Yield 5. Changes in Diseases Spectrum Scenario. Subject-Matter of Maize: Maize (Zea mays L.) occupies an important place in world agriculture due to its high potential of yield and greater demand. [...]