Okra leaf curl disease (OLCD) is a major constraint on okra (Abelmoschus esculentus L. Moench) production in West Africa. The most effective way of managing this disease is through breeding and planting of resistant varieties. In order to identify sources of resistance and or tol...
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Research Article10.9734/ARRB/2018/40659
Aims: To determine the incidence and severity of okra mosaic (OMD) and okra leaf curl diseases (OLCD) in the Central region of Ghana and to assess farmers’ perception on the incidence and management of these viral diseases. Study Design: Descriptive survey involving household and...
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Research Article10.9734/JEAI/2018/37421
Aims: To evaluate the effectiveness of different aqueous plant extracts on the management of flea beetles (Podagrica spp) and mosaic disease on okra Study Design: The treatments applied were 10% (w/v) crude extract each of neem leaf, garlic, mahogany bark, chili pepper fruit, paw...
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Research Article10.9734/AJEA/2014/8109
Poor soil fertility, viral diseases and pest infestations are major constraints on the production of okra in Africa. The study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of compost in minimizing okra mosaic disease (OMD), flea beetle infestation and improving the yield and quality...
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Research Article10.9734/IJPSS/2017/32753