The Vegetable Pathosystem: Ecology, Disease Mechanism, and Management (Innovations in Horticultural Science)

Variability in vegetable pathogens is a critical issue, particularly in changing environments, as it presents challenges to accurate diagnoses and proper management. This book focuses on the diverse ecology of phytopathogens, covering the varying disease categories (acute, chronic, and emerging), the mechanisms involved in disease development, pathogen variability, and disease management. The book also discusses the preharvest and postharvest challenges that arise due to these phytopathogens. Key Features: • Provides an overview of phytopathogens that affect vegetables in various environmental conditions • Discusses how to manage vegetables affected by specific pathogens • Offers eco-friendly approaches to prevent postharvest diseases • Presents a comprehensive guide to identifying and addressing numerous diseases for individuals in the fields of horticulture

Mohammad Ansar, PhD, is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Plant Pathology of Bihar Agricultural University (BAU), India. He established the Plant Virology Laboratory at BAU and acts as a coordinator of virology research. Dr. Ansar is also associated with a program in which he actively performs the research work of the All-India Coordinated Researches on vegetable crops. He has been the author or coauthor of many articles in research journals, book chapters, and conference papers. He has recently published an edited book, The Phytopathogen: Evolution and Adaptation.

Abhijeet Ghatak, PhD, is an Assistant Professor of Plant Pathology at Bihar Agricultural University (BAU), India. He is a member of a core research group and research monitoring committee at the BAU, helping to provide appropriate direction and to prioritize research. Dr. Ghatak is also engaged in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, covering courses related to principles of plant pathology, field and medicinal crop diseases, epidemiology, and forecasting.