Exploring Chilli Anthracnose in Uttar Pradesh's Key Cultivation Regions
Vivek Singh
Department of Plant Pathology, Chandra Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture & Technology, Kanpur-208002, India.
U. K. Tripathi
Department of Plant Pathology, Chandra Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture & Technology, Kanpur-208002, India.
Abhishek Singh
Department of Plant Pathology, Acharya Narendra Dev University of Agriculture and Technology, Kumarganj, Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, 224229, India.
Ashwani Kumar Patel *
Department of Mycology and Plant Pathology, B.H.U, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221005, India.
Mukesh Kumar
Department of Plant Pathology, Chandra Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture & Technology, Kanpur-208002, India.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
Chilli, a significant spice and vegetable crop in India, faces susceptibility to various fungal diseases, including Anthracnose, Damping-off, Fusarium wilt, Collar rot, Dry root rot and Stem rot. Among these, Anthracnose and Fusarium wilt stand out as the most widespread and impactful. This study presents a comprehensive analysis of anthracnose disease incidence across 20 selected locations in major chili cultivation regions of Uttar Pradesh, spanning two years (2021-22 and 2022-23). By conducting district-wise and village-wise assessments, the prevalence of infections was assessed. The finding shows distinct disease incidence percentage across locations. Pooled data analysis revealed the highest average anthracnose disease incidence in Rajatalab, Varanasi (60.71%), followed by Kumarganj village, Ayodhya district (60.36%). Conversely, the lowest average incidence was recorded in Sangapur village, Amethi (37.88%). followed by Sonari village, Amethi (38.36%). This research offers valuable insights into the evolving patterns of anthracnose infections within chili growing regions, empowering the development of well-informed disease management strategies.
Keywords: Chilli, survey, anthracnose, Uttar Pradesh, fungal pathogens, disease incidence