Papaya is a tropical fruit loved for its juicy flesh and many seeds. However, a viral disease called Papaya Leaf Curl Disease can harm papaya plants, reducing fruit production. This disease is caused by a virus and spreads through tiny insects. Let’s explore what this disease is, how it affects papaya, and how farmers can
Red rot of sugarcane is a serious fungal disease that affects sugarcane plants. It damages the stalks from inside, reducing sugar content and yield in the tropical and sub-tropical region of world. First reported in Java in 1893, it is now found in many sugarcane-growing areas around the world, especially in South Asia. In India,
Bacterial blight of rice, caused by the pathogen Xanthomonas oryzae pv. oryzae, is one of the most devastating diseases affecting rice crops worldwide, particularly in Asia. It infects rice plants at all growth stages, leading to wilting of seedlings, yellowing, and drying of leaves, ultimately causing significant yield losses. The disease spreads rapidly under warm,
Bacterial wilt is a plant disease caused by various species of bacteria, notably Ralstonia solanacearum and Erwinia tracheiphila. These pathogens infect the vascular system of plants, leading to wilting and potential plant death. Wilting refers to the loss of rigidity in non-woody parts of plants due to loss of water in plant cells, leading to