Survey for occurrence of phyllody disease of sesame (Sesamum indicum L.) in Western Rajasthan
SURVEY FOR OCCURRENCE OF PHYLLODY DISEASE OF SESAME IN WESTERN RAJASTHAN
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SUMER SINGH
College of Agriculture, Agriculture University Jodhpur, Jodhpur-342 304, Rajasthan
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NEELAM GEAT
Dr. BRC Agricultural Research Station, Mandor, Jodhpur-342 304, Rajasthan
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DAN SINGH JAKHAR
Dr. BRC Agricultural Research Station, Mandor, Jodhpur-342 304, Rajasthan
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RAJENDRA KUMAR SHARMA
College of Agriculture, Baytu, Balotra-344 034, Rajasthan
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KRISHNA SAHARAN
College of Agriculture, Agriculture University Jodhpur, Jodhpur-342 304, Rajasthan
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NARAYAN LAL DANGI
Dr. BRC Agricultural Research Station, Mandor, Jodhpur-342 304, Rajasthan
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DURGA PRASAD
College of Agriculture, Agriculture University Jodhpur, Jodhpur-342 304, Rajasthan
Keywords:
Epidemic, Incidence, Occurrence, Phytoplasma, Phyllody, SesameAbstract
Sesame phyllody disease, caused by phytoplasma, has emerged as one of the most devastating and yield-limiting disorders, with reported yield losses ranging from 34% to 100%, depending on the timing of infection, severity, and varietal susceptibility. A roving survey was conducted during kharif 2024 to assess the distribution and incidence of sesame phyllody disease in key sesame growing areas of Western Rajasthan. The survey covered 20 villages across four districts viz., Jodhpur, Nagaur, Pali, and Sirohi. In each district, five villages were selected, and within each village, five farmers' fields were surveyed. The results revealed significant variation in phyllody disease incidence, ranging from 11.83 to 53.86%. The highest disease incidence (53.86%) was recorded in Kherapa village of Jodhpur district, while the lowest (11.83%) was observed in Dangiyawas village, also in Jodhpur district. On average, Jodhpur recorded the highest incidence (35.55%), followed by Pali (34.19%), Sirohi (28.32%), and Nagaur (28.18%). The findings confirm widespread occurrence of sesame phyllody across surveyed regions, highlighting the urgent need for integrated disease management strategies to mitigate its impact and improve sesame productivity in Rajasthan.
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