Potato late blight and its management


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Authors

  • Sanjeev Sharma Principal Scientist, CAR-Central Potato Research Institute, Shimla 171 001 Himachal Pradesh.
  • Mehi Lal Principal Scientist, CAR-Central Potato Research Institute, Shimla 171 001 Himachal Pradesh.
  • Sundaresha Sidappa Principal Scientist, CAR-Central Potato Research Institute, Shimla 171 001 Himachal Pradesh.

Abstract

Late blight caused by Phytophthora infestans, an oomycete pathogen that was responsible for infamous Irish potato famine, has historically been an important disease of potatoes and tomatoes worldwide. It cuts global potato production by around 15%. The disease has become a major biotic factor in limiting potato production across the country including the plains and plateau. This article is aimed at educating the Government functionaries and the farmers about the late blight disease and its management.

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Submitted

2020-07-06

Published

2020-07-06

Issue

Vol. 64 No. 6 (2019)

Section

Articles

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How to Cite

Sharma, S., Lal, M., & Sidappa, S. (2020). Potato late blight and its management. Indian Horticulture, 64(6). https://epubs.icar.org.in/index.php/IndHort/article/view/102049