Mahalakshmi S

Rust is a common fungal disease that affects many species of plants, including roses. It is caused by a group of fungi in the Pucciniaceae family and is characterized by the formation of yellow or orange pustules on the...

Powdery mildew is one of the most common diseases that affect roses. Powdery mildew can cause significant damage to roses, reducing the quality and quantity of the flowers produced. In severe cases, the disease can lead to premature defoliation, reduced...

Rose midges, also known as the rose fly, a common pest that can cause severe damage to rose plants. The rose midge can be identified by its small, yellowish larvae with a translucent body. The adult midges are tiny, with...

Rose leafhoppers, also known as “hoppers,” are a type of insect that feed on the leaves and stems of roses. In order to effectively manage rose leafhoppers, it is important to understand their biology and behaviour, as well as...

Japanese Beetles are a significant pest of roses, causing damage to leaves and flowers. They can be identified by metallic green body and copper colour wings. They are oval in shape and have white tufts of hair along the...

Crown gall disease is an important disease of roses worldwide and can affect roses of all ages. Crown Gall Disease is caused by the bacteria Agrobacterium tumefaciens. It causes the formation of galls or tumors on the stem, roots...

Roses are one of the most popular ornamental plants grown worldwide, appreciated for their beauty, fragrance and wide range of colors. However, like any other plant species, roses are also susceptible to various diseases, including Botrytis blight. Botrytis blight...

Rose plants, often referred to as the “King of Flowers”, are highly prized for their beauty, fragrance and versatility. However, these rose plants are also vulnerable to several diseases, one of the most prevalent of which is blackspot. Blackspot...

Aphids are tiny, soft-bodied insects that feed on the sap of plants. They are small, oval-shaped insects that range in colour from green, yellow and black. They have long, slender antennae and two tubes (known as cornicles) that extend...

The National Horticulture Board (NHB), operating under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, has heard the plea of farmers and responded with a simplified scheme design and documentation process for its capital investment subsidy schemes. These schemes offer...