Measures to Control Damping Off Disease in Chilli

Damping-off is a widespread and destructive fungal disease that primarily affects seedlings before or after they emerge from the soil. It strikes a variety of plants, including vegetables, ornamentals, and flowers, causing significant losses for gardeners and farmers alike. These organisms attack the stems and roots ofyoung plants, causing them to rot and die.

• Type of Infestation: Fungal Disease
• Common Name: Damping Off
• Causal Organism: Pythium aphanidermatum
• Affected Parts Of the plant: Seeds and Root

Environmental favorable factors for pests/Diseases:

• Cool, wet soil
• Poor drainage
• Overcrowding of seedlings
• Using contaminated seeds or potting mix

Symptoms of Pest/Disease:

• Seedlings fail to emerge from the soil.
• Seedlings emerge but then fall over and die.
• Stems become thin and water-soaked at the base.
• Leaves may wilt or turn yellow.

Measures to control Pests/Diseases: