Bhendi/Ladies finger

also in warm temperate regions of the world for its younger tender fibrous fruits containing white round seeds. Fruits are also dried or frozen for use [...] its growing period. It grows best in temperature range between 24 to 27 0 C and successfully grown in rainy season even in heavy rainfall areas. [...] About Bhendi also called as Okra in United States and United Kingdom. It belongs to Malvaceae family. It is vegetable crop cultivated throughout the tropical

Charcoal rot

source of infection. Optimum conditions for this fungus are temperatures above 32 °C and dry conditions. In field crops in temperate regions it is therefore [...] and appearance of Charcoal rot The fungus survives in the soil and on crop residues as microsclerotia. In corn stalks, survival of up to 1.5 years has been [...] Charcoal rot Plant in fields with no history of the disease Use disease-free planting material Rotate with non-host crops to reduce inoculum in the soil Minimize

Brown root rot, corky root rot

lycopersici survives in the soil and in buried tomato roots as microsclerotia. The microsclerotia germinate and produce mycelium that in turn infect the roots [...] Damage symptoms The first signs of this disease, are poorly looking plants in localized areas of the greenhouse or field. The affected plants may wilt. [...] horizontal bands on the roots with lengthwise cracks. No discoloration is present in the xylem tissues which distinguishes it from wilts caused by Verticillium

Plant Disease Management

appearance. Look for any unusual signs, such as yellowing leaves, wilting, unusual growth patterns, spots, or lesions. Early detection allows for swift intervention [...] planting the same crop in the same location year after year. Rotating crops disrupts disease cycles and reduces the buildup of pathogens in the soil. Diseas [...] the use of disease-resistant plant varieties. Opt for plant varieties that have been specifically bred for disease resistance. These varieties are inherently

Horiver Drystick

debris Dosage For monitoring use one Horiver Drystick per 200 m 2 For trapping in hotspots use one Horiver Drystick per 2 to 20 m 2 Notes In contrast to [...] removed in sections if required for monitoring purposes Storage time See Best before date. Storage temperature 0-32°C/32-104°F. Storage conditions In a cool [...] Use Horiver Drystick for trapping and monitoring different flying insects. The traps work particularly well for bugs such as Lygus spp. and Nesidiocoris

Lemon

About Grown mainly for its juice, this well-known yellow citrus fruit is used widely for culinary and other domestic purposes throughout the world. Citrus

Crop Monitoring and Scouting

involves a close inspection of plants for signs of stress, pests, diseases. This practice proves invaluable for early issue identification and prompt action [...] detection. Identifying pests and diseases early allows for targeted control measures, reducing the need for excessive pesticide use. This not only reduces costs [...] thrive. Digital scouting apps In the digital age, scouting is aided by mobile apps that can catalog and analyse data in real time. These tools streamline

Leafhoppers

solutions for caterpillars, professional growers can protect their crops effectively and sustainably, ensuring consistent quality and yield. Solutions for leafhopper [...] affects yield and quality. Effective caterpillar control is therefore essential for maintaining healthy and productive crops. Biological control of caterpillars

Apple

is best known for the apple, the tree’s usually sweet and pomaceous fruit. Apples originate from Asia and Europe and were grown there for thousands of years [...] The deciduous apple tree belongs to the rose family and is now cultivated for its fruit all over the world. It is the most common cultivated species of

Black rot of carrots

General The only known stage in all Alternaria species is the asexual stage. Conidia and mycelium overwinter in the soil and on crop residues and cause [...] type of carrot disease can spread to the flowers (especially dangerous in crops for seed production) and to the crown. Lesions of black rot of carrots ( [...] 90% or when the leaves are wet. Small differences in optimum temperatures occur between species, but in general, the risk of Alternaria infection is larger