Plant Pathology and Crop Protection

A Textbook for Botany Major (FYUGP-NEP Syllabus)
Authors: Dr. Deepa Sharma & Dr. Sristisri Upadhyaya
Publisher: Mahaveer Publications, Dibrugarh

Plant Pathology and Crop Protection is a syllabus-oriented textbook specially designed for Botany Major students under the FYUGP (NEP) curriculum of Dibrugarh University and other Indian Universities & Autonomous Colleges.

This book provides comprehensive coverage of plant diseases, their causes, development, distribution, and management. It systematically explains:

✔ Introduction and history of plant pathology (including Indian contributions)
✔ Types of plant pathogens – biotrophic, necrotrophic & facultative pathogens
✔ Etiology and symptomatology of fungal, bacterial, viral, phytoplasma and nematode diseases
✔ Disease cycle and host–pathogen interaction
✔ Environmental and geographical factors influencing plant diseases
✔ Important crop diseases such as Citrus canker, Tobacco mosaic, Early blight of potato, Black stem rust of wheat, White rust of crucifers, Little leaf of brinjal and more
✔ Integrated Disease Management (IDM) approaches
✔ Cultural, mechanical, physical, chemical, and biological control methods
✔ Biocontrol agents including Trichoderma, Pseudomonas, Bacillus, Trichogramma etc.
✔ Practical laboratory techniques including isolation of pathogens and Koch’s postulates

Why This Book?

• Strictly as per FYUGP (NEP) syllabus

• Concept clarity with exam-oriented presentation

• Covers theory + practical aspects

• Suitable for semester exams and competitive exams

• Written in simple, structured language for easy understanding

An essential academic resource for undergraduate Botany students aiming for strong conceptual foundation and academic excellence in Plant Pathology.