Black Scorch Disease: A Silent Coconut Threat
Black Scorch Disease, caused by Ceratocystis paradoxa, is a fungal menace to coconut palms, leading to severe leaf damage, wilting, and potential tree death. This blog uncovers the causes, symptoms...
Defending Coconut Palms: Battling Bitten Leaf Disease
Bitten Leaf Disease, caused by the fungus Ceratocystis paradoxa, poses a serious threat to coconut palms, leading to leaf lesions, wilting, and potential tree death. This blog explores the causes, ...
Combatting Glomerella cingulata: A Complete Guide
Glomerella cingulata, the cause of anthracnose in coconut palms, threatens global plantations. Early detection through visual inspection, DNA testing, and serological tests is crucial. Management t...
Glomerella cingulata: Coconut Palm’s Hidden Threat
Glomerella cingulata, the fungus behind anthracnose, is a growing threat to coconut palms. It causes leaf spots, stem dieback, nut rot, and reduced yields. Favorable climates, poor sanitation, and ...
Erwinia spp.: Deadly Coconut Palm Disease
Erwinia spp. is a silent but deadly bacterial threat to coconut palms, causing bud rot, wilting, and tree death. It spreads through wind, water, insects, and contaminated tools. Early detection, pr...
Cephaleuros Virescens: Threat to Coconut Palms
Cephaleuros Virescens, or algal leaf spot, is a destructive disease affecting coconut palms. It spreads rapidly via wind, rain, and contaminated tools, leading to leaf damage, stunted growth, and r...