Specific replant disease
Specific replant disease (SRD) is a complex soil-borne disease that affects a variety of perennial crops. It is characterized by a decline in plant growth and productivity when a crop is replanted in the same soil where it was previously grown. The disease is caused by a combination of biotic and abiotic factors, including pathogenic fungi, bacteria, nematodes, and soil physical and chemical properties.
Causes[edit | edit source]
The primary cause of SRD is the buildup of soil-borne pathogens in the soil where a specific crop has been grown continuously or repeatedly. These pathogens include fungi such as Phytophthora, Fusarium, and Verticillium, bacteria such as Agrobacterium, and nematodes such as Meloidogyne. These organisms can survive in the soil for many years, even in the absence of their host plants, and can cause disease when the host plants are replanted.
In addition to these biotic factors, abiotic factors such as soil physical and chemical properties can also contribute to SRD. For example, poor soil structure, low organic matter content, and high salinity can all increase the susceptibility of plants to SRD.
Symptoms[edit | edit source]
The symptoms of SRD can vary depending on the crop and the specific pathogens involved, but they generally include reduced plant growth, yellowing or wilting of leaves, root decay, and reduced yield. In severe cases, the disease can lead to plant death.
Management[edit | edit source]
Management of SRD involves a combination of cultural practices, chemical treatments, and biological control methods. Cultural practices include crop rotation, the use of resistant varieties, and soil amendments to improve soil structure and fertility. Chemical treatments include the use of fumigants and fungicides to reduce the population of soil-borne pathogens. Biological control methods involve the use of beneficial microorganisms to suppress the growth of pathogens.
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