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| Open Access | REVIEWING THE IMPACT AND MANAGEMENT OF MAJOR POTATO DISEASES IN ETHIOPIA
Aberash Fitsum , Madawalabu University School of Agriculture plant science department, Madawalabu University, Bale Robe EthiopiaAbstract
Potato production in Ethiopia is vital for food security and the economy, but it is significantly affected by a variety of diseases that threaten both yield and quality. This review explores the major potato diseases affecting the country, including late blight (Phytophthora infestans), bacterial wilt (Ralstonia solanacearum), and various viral infections. Each of these diseases is discussed in terms of their epidemiology, symptoms, and impact on potato production. Furthermore, the review examines the current management practices, including cultural control methods, chemical treatments, resistant varieties, and integrated pest management (IPM) strategies. Challenges in disease management, such as limited access to quality seeds, inadequate farmer awareness, and climate change, are also highlighted. This review concludes by emphasizing the need for more research into disease-resistant potato varieties, better extension services for farmers, and the implementation of sustainable management practices to enhance potato production in Ethiopia.
Keywords
Potato diseases, late blight, bacterial wilt
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