Diseases

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9.7 Pineapple sett rot
(SASRI, March 2022)
This information sheet discusses the importance of pineapple sett rot, a disease caused by the soil-inhabiting fungus Ceratocystis paradoxa. The document explains how the disease affects pineapples, including poor germination and patchy growth, and describes the symptoms of the disease, such as red and brownish-black internal tissue. It emphasizes the conditions that favor the disease and highlights the need for diagnosis and management strategies.
9.1 Ratoon Stunting Disease (RSD)
(SASRI, March 2022)
This document provides information on ratoon stunt (RSD), a legislated disease in the sugar industry. It highlights the importance of reporting and managing RSD according to the rules prescribed by the Local Pest, Disease and Variety Control Committee. The document explains the spread of RSD through infected seedcane and farm implements, as well as its effect on yield.