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. [...]
Here is a list of seventeen major diseases that are found in maize: 1. Smut Diseases 2. Virus Diseases 3. Downy Mildews Disease 4. Brown Spot Disease 5. Stalk Rot Disease 6. Pre-Flowering Stalk Rot Disease 7. Pythium Stalk Rot Disease 8. Post-Flowering Stalk Rot Disease 9. Charcoal Rot Disease 10. Black Bundle Disease 11. Cob Rots Disease 12. Fusarium [...]
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 [...]