Onion Downy Mildew
Onion downy mildew is caused by the fungus-like Oomycete organism Peronospora destructor, which first infects the leaves and later bulbs of onions. It is worse in cool wet seasons and in wet areas. If uncontrolled, the causes heavy crop losses.
Tomato Bacterial Canker
Bacterial canker of tomato is caused by the bacterium Clavibacter michiganense pv. michiganense. It is an infectious disease of fresh-market and processing tomatoes that usually results in reduced yields and premature fruit drop. The white blisters, which occur on infected tomatoes reduce the fresh-market value of the fruit.
Cabbage Planting Guide
Cabbage is a cool season crop which requires an optimum growth temperatures range of 15- 20° C. Head formation reduced at temperatures higher than 25 degrees Celsius. It requires adequate well distributed rainfall. Moisture levels are especially critical during the early stage of the crop growth.
Garlic Farming
Garlic is an annual bulbous herbaceous plant in the family Amaryllidaceae, which is grown for its pungent, edible bulb. The plant can either have a short, woody central stem (hard neck) or a softer pseudo stem made up of overlapping leaf sheaths (soft neck).
Managing Fall Armyworm Threat in Maize
Fall armyworm (Spodoptera Frugiperda) is a destructive pest that primarily targets maize (corn) crops. It is a moth species belonging to the family Noctuidae. The life cycle of fall armyworm consists of several stages: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult.
Brassica Aphids
Brassica aphids are green gray insect pests with a white waxy coating, which commonly occur in dense colonies, often covered with waxy droplets. They cause misshapen leaves, spread virus diseases and produce a sugary substance called honeydew, which sticks on the leaves and encourages a black fungal growth.