Tag: Yellow Sigatoka
Brutal Pests and Diseases of Banana Cultivars Protecting the Fruit You Love
Read more: Brutal Pests and Diseases of Banana Cultivars Protecting the Fruit You LoveBanana Bonanza or Bust? Conquering Pests and Diseases of Banana Cultivars Bananas (Musa spp.) are a vital source of nutrition and income for millions globally. However, numerous pests and diseases threaten their cultivation. This paper compares and contrasts the susceptibility of nine popular Musa banana cultivars to these threats: Sweetheart Fhia-3, Double Mahoi, Dwarf Orinoco,…
Banana Yellow Sigatoka a Relentless fungal disease
Read more: Banana Yellow Sigatoka a Relentless fungal diseaseBanana Yellow Sigatoka, also known as Leaf Spot disease, is a fungal disease that poses a significant threat to banana production worldwide. Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of this yellow menace: Culprit: The Fungus Mycosphaerella musicola Banana Yellow Sigatoka is caused by the fungus Mycosphaerella musicola (previously known as Pseudocercospora musae). This fungus thrives in warm,…
