Jackfruit is a tropical fruit tree that belongs to the Moraceae family. It is subject to diseases of jackfruit that can affect its development, productivity, and overall health. Here’s a rundown of some common diseases, their symptoms, and care for jackfruit crops: Diseases of Jackfruit 1. Die Back Causal Organism: Fungus; Botryodiplodia theobromae Symptoms: Bark discolouration […]
Sapota, also known as chikoo or sapodilla, is a tropical fruit crop of the Sapotaceae family. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean, and it is widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical locations around the world, including India, Thailand, and the Philippines. Sapota, or chikoo, is susceptible to many diseases such as […]
1. Guava Wilt Causal Organism: Fungus; Fusarium oxysporum f.sp. psidii Symptoms: Guava Diseases wilt a serious disease, is occasionally found, particularly in alkaline soils. Browning and wilting of the leaves, discolouration of the stem, and mortality of the branches on one side are the signs. The emergence of yellow colouration with mild curling of the […]
1. Powdery Mildew Diseases of Papaya Causal Organism: Fungus; Odium indicum, Odium caricae High humidity (80-85%) and a temperature range of 24-26°C induce the development of powdery mildew in papaya. Symptoms: The disease appears on the foliage. Infection is first apparent on the leaves as small slightly darkened areas, which later become white powdery spots. […]
1. Foot Rot or Gummosis Diseases of Citrus Causal Organism: Fungus; Phytophthora parasitica, P. palmivora, P. citrophthora Symptoms: Symptoms of the condition manifest as yellowing of leaves, followed by bark cracking and the formation of abundant gum on the surface. The primary mode of infection is through the use of infected planting material. The extensive […]
Banana crops in India are susceptible to a variety of Disease of Banana that can impair development and productivity. Panama disease, Fusarium wilt, Sigatoka leaf spot, Anthracnose, and Bunchy top virus are all frequent banana diseases in India. Pathogens including fungi, bacteria, and viruses cause these disease of Banana. 1. Sigatoka Leaf Spot Disease Yellow […]
India is one of the world’s largest producers of mangoes, recognised for its numerous and rich mango varieties and their unique taste and flavours. Mango is a tropical fruit known for its sweet and juicy flesh, brilliant colours, and distinctive flavours. Mangoes have a special place in Indian culture, and they are frequently referred to […]
Pradhan Mantri Van Dhan Yojana The Government of India’s Ministry of Tribal Affairs launched the Pradhan Mantri Van Dhan Yojana (PMVDY) or Van Dhan Vikas Yojana (VDVY) to improve the standard of living for tribal people in India. This project focuses on developing value chains for forest-based products and enhancing tribal groups’ income through skill […]
What is remote sensing? “Remote” means away. Remote sensing involves detecting or perceiving objects or phenomena from a distance, utilizing three of our primary senses. For instance, observing a football game from afar utilizes our sense of sight Detecting the aroma of freshly baked bread from a distance employs our sense of smell Hearing a […]
Introduction to Lac Culture Lac is a resinous kind of substance that is excreted by the lac glands of lac worms. Mass rearing of lac worms for business production of Lac is known as Lac Culture. The Atharva Veda described the Lac worm as “Laksha,” which means 1 lakh in Sanskrit. The Mahabharata epic mentions […]
