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The book “Plant Pathology: Fundamentals and Applications” deals with history of plant pathology, classification of plant diseases, terms and concepts of plant pathology, classification of fungi, general account of phytopathogenic bacteria, plant viruses and viroids, plant diseases caused by fastidious vascular bacteria, plant diseases caused by mollicutes, plant diseases caused by protozoa and algae, phanerogamic parasites, non-parasitic causes of ...
Coconut palm (Cocos Nucifera L.) a tree to versatility, popularly know as 'King of Palms' and 'Kalpavriksha' has been used as a source of food, drink, oil and milk by humans and their ancestors for at least half a million years. This palm not only provides sustainable income to millions who are directly and indirectly depending on this palm but also helps to provide food security, nutritional security, employment opportunities, alleviate poverty, export earnings ...
Traditionally plant diseases have been managed by the use of toxic chemicals. However, concern increases due to their hazard effects directly or indirectly on the life of man and animals. Non-judicious use of chemicals leads to increase in pathogens resistance. Therefore, the alternatives to chemicals control such as resistant varieties, cultural practices and biological control have become essential for the management of plant diseases and crop production. ...