In this article we will discuss about the mycoplasmal diseases of potato. (a) Purple Top Roll: The disease occurs particularly in North America but reported for the first time in India which can cause 15 to 20% of loss of Potato yield. Symptoms: The disease is characterised by rolling and purple or pink coloration of the basal part of leaflets [...]
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 [...]
In this article we will discuss about the wilt of arhar caused by deuteromycetes. Host: Cajanus Cajan Pathogen: Fusarium oxysporum f.udum Introduction to the Wilt of Arhar: The wilt disease of arhar is a most severe threat to the arhar producing states in the country such as U.P., M.P., Bihar and in parts of Bombay. Symptoms of Wilt Disease: The [...]