Plant Pathology (For University Students) is a valuable, much-needed resource in plant pathological science. In a world where agriculture sustains life, the battle against crop diseases is paramount. This book is a comprehensive guide to understanding and managing disease threats.
Plant Pathology is a valuable, much-needed resource in plant pathological science. In a world where agriculture sustains life, the battle against crop diseases is paramount. This book is a comprehensive guide to understanding and managing disease threats. Plant Pathology dives into the intricate world of plant diseases. Authored by leading experts in the field, this book offers a comprehensive overview of plant pathology, covering everything from the fundamentals of disease development to advanced management strategies.
Explore the fascinating mechanisms behind pathogen invasion and host response, unraveling the complex interactions that dictate disease outcomes. Delve into the diverse array of pathogens—from fungi and bacteria to viruses and nematodes—that wreak havoc on crops worldwide. This book doesn't stop at diagnosis but equips readers with the knowledge and tools to combat these threats effectively. The latest cutting-edge techniques in disease management, from cultural practices and biological control to the latest developments in genetic resistance and chemical intervention are described.
Important Features
This book encompasses comprehensive coverage of the most essential topics including:
1. A comprehensive exploration of crop diseases, authored by leading experts.
2. Fundamental concepts of disease development and advanced management strategies are described.
3. Insights into pathogen invasion and host response mechanisms, spanning fungi, bacteria, viruses, and nematodes, are described.
4. The book provides the latest techniques in disease management including cultural practices, biological control, and genetic resistance.
5. With practical recommendations and case studies, it equips researchers, plant pathology degree students, and farmers with the knowledge to safeguard crops, enhance yields, and ensure food security.
Part I
Chapter 1
Introduction and basic concepts of Plant Pathology
Chapter 2
History of Plant Pathology
Chapter 3
Classification and Causes of Plant Diseases
Chapter 4
Symptoms Produced by Plant Pathogens
Chapter 5
How Disease Relates to the Environment, Host, and Time
Part II
Chapter 6
Characteristics and Classification of Plant Pathogenic Viruses
Chapter 7
Characteristics and Classification of Plant Pathogenic Viroids
Chapter 8
Characteristics and Classification of Plant Pathogenic Bacteria
Chapter 9
Characteristics and Classification of Plant Pathogenic Phytoplasma and
Spiroplasma
Chapter 10
Characteristics and Classification of Fungi
Chapter 11
Characteristics and Classification of Plant Pathogenic Algae
Chapter 12
Characteristics and Classification of Phanerogamic Plant Parasites
Chapter 13
Characteristics and classification of Plant Pathogenic Nematodes
Part III
Chapter 14
Molecular Tools and Techniques for the Diagnosis of Various Plant Pathogens
Chapter 15
Application of Machine Learning: A Novel approach for the plant Diseases
Detection
Part IV
Chapter 16
Plant-pathogen interaction: Unraveling the Complex Dynamics of Disease
Development
Chapter 17
Treatments of Attack Strategies of Plant Pathogens
Chapter 18
Extracellular enzymes
Chapter 19
Host Defense
Chapter 20
Disruption of Plant Function
Part V
Chapter 21
Processes Involved in Plant Infection by Pathogens
Chapter 22
Survival of Plant Pathogens
Chapter 23
Dispersal of Plant Pathogens
Chapter 24
Transmission of Plant Viruses
Chapter 25
Insect Vectors for Plant Viruses
Chapter 26
Plant Disease Epidemiology
Chapter 27
Disease Forecasting
Chapter 28
Pathogenesis
Chapter 29
Role of Enzymes in Plant Disease Development
Chapter 30
Role of Toxins in Disease Development
Chapter 31
Role of Plant Growth Regulators in Plant Disease Development
Part VI
Chapter 32
Defense Mechanism in Plants
Chapter 33
Integrated Plant diseases Management; Shelf life Enhancement and Post-Harvest
Disease Management; Codex Alimentations for Each Poduct and Commodity
Chapter 34
Cultural Methods of Plant Disease Management
Chapter 35
Physical Methods of Plant Disease Management
Chapter 36
Biological Control for Crop Disease Control and Management
Chapter 37
Chemical Methods of Plant Disease Management
Chapter 38
Genetic Engineering for Disease Resistance (Varietal Methods of Plant
Diseases Management)
Chapter 39
Legal Approaches of Plant Disease Management
Chapter 40
Plant Biosecurity and Biosafety
Chapter 41
Seed Health: Sanitary and Phytosanitary Issues Under World Trade
Organisation
Part VII
Chapter 42
In Vitro pathology
Part VIII
Chapter 43
Classification of Fungicides and Antibiotics
Chapter 44
Basic Rules, Protocols, Instrumentation and Allied Techniques of Plant
Pathology
Chapter 45
Preparation of Culture Media for In Vitro Culture of Bacteria and Fungi
Chapter 46
Biosensors and Their Active Role in Plant Disease Detection and Host-Pathogen
Interaction
Prof. (Dr.) L.P. Awasthi, Dean School of Agriculture, R N B Global University, Bikaner, India, formerly Research Scientist/Professor, Amity University and Professor and Head, Department of Plant Pathology, N.D. University of Agriculture & Technology, Faizabad (U.P.) India, is a distinguished agriculture scientist with a strong background in molecular plant virology, resistance breeding, disease diagnosis and their management strategies, with a proven ability to undertake independent or collaborative scientific studies, as demonstrated by successfully completing mega research projects, funded by various international organizations. With extensive professional experience, he has taught and conducted research for more than 50 years; published more than 400 research papers in foreign and Indian journals of repute; edited/authored ten books; published a number of popular articles, laboratory manuals and contributory chapters for different books; guided M.Sc. (Ag.) and Ph.D. students; and has been working as an editor/referee in the editorial boards of many Indian and foreign journals of repute.
Professor Awasthi visited Karl-Marx University, Leipzig, University of Berlin, Institute of Plant Pathology, Ascherslavan, and Haale University, Germany as a visiting professor for higher studies. He has been a member of the Phytosanitary certificate issuing authorities, Ministry of Agriculture, Department of Agriculture and Cooperation, Directorate of Plant Protection, Quarantine and Storage, Government of India and is currently special invited member in the state-level Pest and Disease Surveillance Advisory Unit, Government of Uttar Pradesh, India.
Prof. Awasthi has long been associated with many professional societies, and was conferred Plant Pathology Leadership Award by the Indian Phytopathological Society, and Outstanding Virologist Award by the International Virological Association for outstanding contribution to, scientific excellence in and distinguished services for the cause of Plant Pathological Research, Education and Technology dissemination, which has impacted the science of Plant Pathology in the country.
Dr. Siddhartha Das was born in the Purulia district of West Bengal, India on 8 April 1988. He received his B.Sc degree in Botany from The University of Burdwan in 2009 and postgraduate degree from Guru Ghasidas University, India in the year of 2011. In 2012 he passed his Bachelor of Education degree from Kalyani University. After that he joined the Department of Microbiology, Dinabandhu Andrews College, Calcutta University as a guest lecturer. With his boundless research enthusiasm, he joined the Central Research Institute for Jute and Allied Fibers (CRIJAF) as a senior research fellow. He was awarded his Ph.D. degree from Visva Bharati University for a collaboration with Bidhan Chandra Krishi Vishwavidyalaya in 2018. He was awarded the Prof. M.J.Narasimmhan Merit Academic Award by the Indian Phytopathological Society (IPS), jointly with Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswavidyalaya in 2017. He is an active member of the Indian Phytopathological Society, the Indian Society of Mycology and Plant Pathology, the Plant Protection Association of India, the Indian Mycological Society etc. Dr. Das completed his postdoctoral research in The Institute of Plant Science, Department of Ornamental Plants and Agricultural Biotechnology, The Volcani Center, Agricultural Research Organization (ARO), Israel in 202021. He has participated in several national and international seminars-symposium, workshops and wrote several national and international research papers. Dr. Das is currently working as an assistant professor at the Department of Plant Pathology, Centurion University of Technology and Management, Odisha.
Richard F. Lee grew up on a farm in Kansas, USA. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Botany from Fort Hays State University, Hays, Kansas, and his Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in Plant Pathology from Kansas State University. Following a PostDoc at the University of California Davis, he accepted a virology position at the University of Florida, Citrus Research and Education Center, Lake Alfred, FL where he was promoted to Professor of Plant Pathology. In 2003 he accepted a position as Supervisory Research Plant Pathologist at the USDA ARS National Clonal Germplasm Repository for Citrus and Dates, Riverside, CA. He has experience in research, extension, and teaching. He received the Award of Excellence from the University of Florida for advising graduate students. His research has focused on the control of graft-transmissible diseases of citrus and development of innovative diagnostic methods of diseases by the use of traditional approaches combined with cutting-edge molecular methods. He has published over 300 refereed scientific papers, three books, and numerous book chapters. He spent a year with the United Nations Food and Agricultural Organization where he promoted clean stock programs in the Caribbean Basin and contributed to the development of databases for agriculture (Ecoport.org). He was instrumental in the organization of five international workshops and training programs on citrus tristeza virus and the brown citrus aphid in the Carribbean Basin area. He has been an active member of the American Phytopathological Society, the International Organization of Citrus Virologists, and the InterAmerican Citrus Network.
Dr. Sudeepta Pattanayak did her B.Sc (Agriculture) and M.Sc in Plant Pathology at Orissa University of Agriculture and Technology (OUAT), Bhubaneswar. Currently, she is pursuing her Ph.D. from the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), New Delhi. Previously, she served as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Plant Pathology, MS Swaminathan School of Agriculture, Centurion University of Technology and Management, Paralakhemundi, Odisha during 201820. During this period, she gained versatile experience in academic as well as developmental activities like organizing workshops for farmers and students, field exposures, organic farming farm management and mushroom unit in-charge. Her job role focused on production of various edible mushrooms and their modern cultivation technologies. She has participated in many national and international conferences and seminars. She has published many articles in national and international journals and many book chapters. Dr. Pattanayak very recently completed her research as visiting research scholar at Curtin University, Australia, under the NAHEP-CAAST programme.
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