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First Report of Colletotrichum kahawae Causing Anthracnose on Buckwheat (Fagopyrum tataricum) in China and Biological Characterization of the Pathogen

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Researchers in China identified a fungus called Colletotrichum kahawae causing a serious disease called anthracnose in buckwheat crops for the first time. The fungus also has the potential to infect other important crops like wheat, oats, potatoes, and corn. Scientists determined the ideal conditions for this fungus to grow and tested its ability to infect different plants. This discovery will help farmers develop better strategies to prevent and manage this disease in buckwheat and other crops.

Morphological, Physiological, Biochemical, and Molecular Characterization of Fungal Species Associated with Papaya Rot in Cameroon

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Papaya rot is a major problem for farmers in Cameroon, causing significant losses in this important tropical fruit crop. Researchers identified three fungi responsible for this rot: Colletotrichum gloeosporioides, Fusarium equiseti, and Lasiodiplodia theobromae. These fungi produce enzymes that break down papaya tissue and also produce toxins harmful to consumers. Understanding how these fungi grow and what conditions favor their development can help farmers develop better strategies to prevent rot and reduce post-harvest losses.

Disease: post-harvest decay

First Report of Colletotrichum kahawae Causing Anthracnose on Buckwheat (Fagopyrum tataricum) in China and Biological Characterization of the Pathogen

Morphological, Physiological, Biochemical, and Molecular Characterization of Fungal Species Associated with Papaya Rot in Cameroon