
The diseases explained
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Fruit rot disease is characterised by rotting and heavy shedding of immature nuts.In case of bud rot, the fungus can attack the bunch stalk or the tender portion of the stem. It can enter directly thr
Fruit rot disease is characterised by rotting and heavy shedding of immature nuts. In case of bud rot, the fungus can attack the bunch stalk or the tender portion of the stem. It can enter directly through the outer leaf sheath into the tender growing point leading to crown rot. Bud rot and crown rot can occur frequently in fruit rot-affected palms either independently or following severe fruit rot.More Related News