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Reproduced from PEARL MILLET DISEASES - A Compilation of Information of the Known Pathogens of Pearl Millet (http://www.tifton.uga.edu/fat/pearlmilletdiseases.htm)
Is this a Minor Pest?
Yes
Minor Pest Title
Blast (Pyricularia grisea)
Minor Pest Description
Lesions on foliage are elliptical or diamond-shaped, approximately 3 x 2 mm. Lesion centres are grey and water-soaked when fresh but turn brown upon drying. Lesions are often surrounded by a chlorotic halo, which will turn necrotic giving the appearance of concentric rings. The disease is favoured by hot, humid conditions.
Minor Pest What to do.
- Plant resistant varieties, if available.
- Practise good field sanitation.
Minor Pest Position
2
Minor Pest Firstcontent
132
Pest Type
fungal
Host Plants
Millet
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