Fungal and bacterial diseases of groundnut

Not AvailableA large number of diseases are known to be associated with groundnut crop, however, only some of them cause economic losses. This article describes in detail the major diseases of groundnut, its occurrence, distribution, losses caused by them, diagnostic symptoms and their epidemiology (spread survival and transmission) besides aflatoxin contamination of groundnut. The various management options and the status of research are reviewed. It covers the disease management approaches like host plant resistance, cultural methods, use of botanicals, biological control, chemical methods and biotechnological approaches. The integrated disease management approach is discussed for major diseases including management of aflatoxins. The current research needs is also discussed.Not Availabl