Onion (Allium cepaL.) and garlic (Allium sativumL.) are the most importantAllium
species cultivated worldwide and are used asvegetable and spice in our daily
diet. These crops are widelycultivated for domestic consumption as well as for
export purposes.They are attacked by many insect pests and diseases, which
varywith region, season, and variety. This lowers the quality andyield, thereby
increasing the cost of production and reduces exportpotential.
Integrated Pest Management: strategies for onion and garlic discusses methods
and tools used to minimize theincidence and severity caused by diseases and
insect pests. It alsofocuses on the symptoms of diseases caused by
variouspathogens.
Contents:
* Introduction
* Integrated Pest Management: key strategies