In this article we will discuss about the management of soil borne diseases. Plant diseases result when a susceptible host and a disease-causing pathogen meet in a favorable environment. If any one of these three conditions were not met, there would be no disease. In contrast, the threat of disease epidemics in crop production is constant. Microorganisms are important component [...]
The following points highlight the five ways for management of soil borne diseases. The ways are: 1. Mycorrhizal Fungi 2. Crop Rotation 3. Plant Nutrients 4. Compost 5. Direct Inoculation with Beneficial Organisms. Way # 1. Mycorrhizal Fungi: Among the most beneficial root-inhabiting organisms, mycorrhizal fungi can cover plant roots, forming what is known as a fungal mat. The mycorrhizal [...]
The below mentioned article provides a study note on soil. Soils constitute complex natural formations on the earth surface and are made up of five components, soil water, minerals, organic material, air and living organisms. The chief function of the soil is to give physical support, help the plants to attach and supply them different inorganic substances. Soil influences the [...]