Basic Plant Pathology

Plant pathology is the scientific study of plant diseases, focusing on the identification, etiology, and management of plant pathogens. Plant diseases can be caused by a diverse array of pathogens, including nematodes, bacteria, fungi, viruses, viroids, protozoa, and oomycetes, as well as by environmental factors such as hail, snow, frost, and drought. This discipline also addresses the economic impact of plant diseases, plant disease resistance, epidemiology, and disease cycles. Additionally, plant pathology investigates the effects of plant diseases on human and animal health and provides strategies for their management. This book is a compilation of chapters that discuss the most vital concepts in the field of plant pathology. It explores all the important aspects of the discipline in the present day scenario. This book, with its detailed analyses and data, will prove immensely beneficial to professionals and students involved in this area at various levels.