Study Records North America’s First Phytoplasma in Common Florida Weed
Scientists have recorded first case of a harmful phytoplasma disease known for its threat to fruit, vegetable and ornamental crops.
Biotic Stress
Biotic stress refers to the damage caused by living organisms—such as pests, insects, weeds, fungi, bacteria, viruses, and nematodes—that negatively affect crop health and productivity. These stressors can lead to significant yield losses, reduced food quality, and economic hardships for farmers.
How Air Pollution Reshapes Pest Control And Role Of Beneficial Wasps?
Air pollution is often seen as a blanket threat to nature, harming plants, animals, and ecosystems. However, a groundbreaking study…
Synanthropic Flies: Hidden Carriers of Disease and Their Role in Emerging Infections
For centuries, flies have been dismissed as nothing more than pests, buzzing around garbage or landing on food. Yet, these…
Citrus Greening: An Alarming Disease Threatening the Citrus Industry of Pakistan
Citrus is the most valued fruit crop of Pakistan, contributing significantly to rural livelihoods, export earnings, and the horticulture sector….
Citrus Canker in Pakistan: A Growing Threat to the Citrus Industry
Citrus canker has become one of the most devastating diseases of citrus orchards in Pakistan, threatening both local fruit supply…
Natural Solutions For Lentil Collar Rot in Organic Farming
Lentil, known scientifically as Lens culinaris Medic., is a vital crop globally, especially in regions with dry or semi-dry climates. This pulse…
Comparing Extraction Methods for Saffron Petal Antimicrobials
The global health crisis of antibiotic resistance continues to escalate, with drug-resistant bacteria causing millions of deaths each year. Antibiotic resistance refers…
Molecular Identification and Control of Strawberry Decay Using Thyme-Rosemary Microencapsulated Oils
Strawberries, loved worldwide for their sweet taste and bright color, face a major problem: they spoil quickly because of fungi….
Transcriptomic Study Identifies lncRNAs in Kiwifruit Defense Against Botrytis cinerea
Kiwifruit, a popular and nutritious fruit grown worldwide, faces a serious threat from a fungus called Botrytis cinerea, which causes gray…
Comparison of deep learning models for cauliflower disease classification
In the tropical farmlands of Bangladesh, where cauliflower is a vital crop for both food and income, farmers face a…