Title: An Overview of Integrated Management of Bakanae Disease in Rice
Abstract:Bakanae is known as a seed-borne fungal disease (Fusarium moniliforme). This disease infects plants through the roots or crowns. Then it goes systemically throughout the whole plant. Infected plants l...Bakanae is known as a seed-borne fungal disease (Fusarium moniliforme). This disease infects plants through the roots or crowns. Then it goes systemically throughout the whole plant. Infected plants look abnormal with pale, thin leaves, have fewer tillers, and the grains are partially filled or empty. Bakanae disease is increasing in rice crops and become a major problem, particularly with basmati rice in northern India. The disease infects normally when infected seeds are sown, and when the pathogen is on plant or in the soil. Bakanae can transmit through air or water that carries the fungal spores and infect one plant to another. It can also be transmitted through operations done on the farm such as harvesting and other cultural practices. Contaminated seeds have fungal spores that are transmitted to healthy seeds. Due to this disease, up to 95% yield losses were reported. Use disease-free seeds to minimize the occurrence of the disease. Saltwater can be used to separate lightweight, infected seeds during soaking. The most effective result is obtained from seed treatment. There is a strong need for the development of an integrated approach for the management of this disease to sustain rice production, especially in Basmati/scented varieties.Read More
Publication Year: 2021
Publication Date: 2021-05-01
Language: en
Type: article
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