In this article we will discuss about the white rust of crucifers caused by fungi. Introduction to the White Rust of Crucifers: White rust or white blisters disease is one of the common diseases of crucifer crops. It is worldwide in distribution occurring in all the areas wherever crop is cultivated. Both wild and cultivated varieties are attacked. The disease [...]
In this article we will discuss about the late blight of potato caused by fungi. Introduction to the Late Blight of Potato: Late blight is a serious fungal disease of potatoes. It is worldwide in its distribution. It occurs in potato growing areas of the world. Winter is the main potato growing season in India. It is followed by hot [...]
In this article we will discuss about the loose smut of wheat caused by basidiomycetes. Introduction to the Loose Smut of Wheat: This disease is very common and widespread. It causes great damage in the wheat growing tracts of India, particularly in the Punjab, Uttar Pradesh and certain districts of Madhya Pradesh. Luthra (1953) reported that in India, the disease [...]