New fungal disease threatens ginger cultivation in Karnataka's Kodagu, ICAR issues guidelines
Increased ginger cultivation in Kodagu faces a new threat from a fungal infection identified by ICAR. The disease caused by Pyricularia spp leads to yellowing and spotting of leaves, drastically impacting crop yield. ICAR recommends fungicides and advises farmers to pause cultivation in infected areas. Ongoing research investigates environmental triggers for better disease management.
Increased ginger cultivation in Kodagu faces a new threat from a fungal infection identified by ICAR. The disease caused by Pyricularia spp leads to yellowing and spotting of leaves, drastically impacting crop yield. ICAR recommends fungicides and advises farmers to pause cultivation in infected areas. Ongoing research investigates environmental triggers for better disease management.
