Disease · 2 articles
Gray mold (Botrytis cinerea) and a complex of associated fungal infections pose one of the main threats to protected soil. Increased humidity and microclimate disturbances in greenhouses create favorable conditions for the rapid spread of pathogens, which affect both ornamental crops and vegetable plantings. For an agronomist and a practicing gardener, the timely identification of disease symptoms is a critical stage that allows avoiding mass crop death and significant economic losses.
In this selection, we have collected expert materials dedicated to the diagnosis and control measures of the most dangerous infectious lesions. Readers will find detailed descriptions of the signs of gray mold on chrysanthemums and didymella stem rot on tomatoes, as well as learn about effective prevention methods. In addition, the selection includes practical recommendations on the agrotechnics of greenhouse lettuce, including setting lighting parameters and temperature regimes, which help minimize the risks of disease occurrence and ensure healthy plant development at all stages of the growing season.
Plant protection For agronomists
Gray mold is a common fungal disease affecting chrysanthemum flowers under conditions of high humidity. The article describes key pathogen symptoms and effective control strategies, including microclimate regulation and fungicide application
Plant protection For agronomists
The article examines key aspects of greenhouse lettuce cultivation: from substrate preparation and maintaining microclimate parameters to the prevention of common diseases such as black leg and grey mold
