Plant Pathology has an important role to play in devising strategies suitable for sustainable agriculture. Some of the important steps to be taken by plant pathologists include the development of eco-friendly mechanisms of disease control through the use of biological resources, enhancing the resistant mechanisms of the plant through molecular means as well as studies on the interactions of biotic and abiotic stressors. The diversity of Agriculturally Important Microorganisms is far more than what we have found out till date and the function of these important microbes in agro-ecosystems is also equally diverse. The ability of plant growth promoting rhizobacteria, actinomycetes, plant growth promoting fungi, mycorrhiza, to influence plant growth depends upon the diverse mechanisms like phosphate solubilization, biological nitrogen fixation, phytohormone production, siderophore production, biological control of plant pathogens and direct or indirect induction of disease resistance. Application of these beneficial microorganisms in enriching soil and enhancing crop production will not only change the scenario of using harmful chemical fertilizers but will also open up new dimensions for utilizing microbial resources for sustainable agricultural practices. The present review covers a wide spectrum of articles which are pertinent in the present day context and gives an indication to readers of the role of plant pathology in the current agricultural scenario.

The Indian Society of Mycology and Plant Pathology, which is consistently striving to serve the fraternity of plant pathology with its all round efforts, has recently undertaken an arduous but zealous project to start the publication of series of Annual Reviews in the discipline. The basic philosophy to start the publication of annual reviews has been to make available the latest developments in the different areas of the discipline to the students, scientists and libraries.

The Indian Society of Mycology and Plant Pathology, which is consistently striving to serve the fraternity of plant pathology with its all round efforts, has recently undertaken an arduous but zealous project to start the publication of series of Annual Reviews in the discipline. The basic philosophy to start the publication of annual reviews has been to make available the latest developments in the different areas of the discipline to the students, scientists and libraries. CONTENTS à · Present status of Papaya ringspot virus population profile in India - R. K. Jain et al.à · Prospects of rDNA in Characterisation of Fungal Pathogens - Kunal Mandal and I. L. Kotharià · Trichoderma : A microbe with Multifaceted Activity - U. S. Singh et al.à · Biology, Etiology and Management of Pigeonpea Sterility Mosaic Disease - P. Lava Kumar et al.à · Breeding for Disease Resistance in Oilseed Crops : Status and Perspective - C. Chattopadhyay et al.à · Anticipatory Breeding for Resistance to Puccinia Species in Triticum System - Rajiv K. Sharma et al.à · Ergot Alkaloids: Biological Activities and Therapeutic Applications - Abhinav Mehta et al.à · The Nematode Causing 'White Tip' Disease in Paddy - Rajan and Arjun Lalà · Diversity and Complexity of Begomoviruses - V.G. Malathi et al.à · The Genus Marssonina : Its Biology, Pathology and Management - J.N. Sharma et al.à · Buckeye Fruit Rot of Tomato and Its Management - S.K. Gupta and Sachin Upmanyuà · Phytochemicals in Management of Phytoparasitic Nematodes - Rakesh Pandey & S. Bhargava à · Natural Fungicides for Management of Phyto-Pathogenic Fungi - G. Krishna Kishore and S. Pandeà · Apple Scab in India : An Over View of Seven Decades - B. L. Puttooà · Diseases of Hybrid Rice and Their Management in India - A. Biswasà · Concept of Regulated Pests, Their Risk Analysis and The Indian Scenario - K. Gupta & RK Khetarpalà · Research and Policy Issues in Mycotoxin Contamination Management in Agricultural Commodities in India - Suseelendra Desai

A broad view of plant-pathogen interactions illustrating the fundamental reciprocal role pathogens and hosts play in shaping each other's ecology and evolution.

This essential handbook for student and practicing plant pathologists has been thoroughly reorganized and updated since the publication of the second edition in 1983. The new edition includes: rearrangement of topics to facilitate use; 49 short succinct chapters, each providing valuable practical information; new topics such as landmarks in plant pathology, survey of sampling procedures, disease evaluation, effects of climate change, biochemical and molecular techniques, epidemic modelling, breeding for resistance, laboratory safety and electronic databases; seven overall sections covering disease recognition and evaluation, causation, diagnosis, investigation, control, general techniques, and presentation of results.

Breeding Disease-Resistant Horticultural Crops is a complete and comprehensive resource for understanding the concept of breeding disease resistant crops, especially horticultural crops. Breeders of horticultural crops face distinct challenges that are different from agronomy/row crops, and these crops do not benefit from the vast body of literature available for agronomic crops. This book covers the basic theories that underpin breeding for disease resistance and features extensive real-world examples. Both classical and biotechnical breeding methods are covered, with an emphasis on how these methods are adapted for horticultural species. Presented in a logical flow for the reader, this book addresses historical perspectives and context as it relates to breeding for disease resistance. It highlights treatments of resistance in the context of the phenotype, the genotype, the pathogen, the environment interaction, sources of resistance, and the deployment of resistance to obtain a durable resistance. - Explores the definition of horticultural "resistance", how it is inherited, and how resistance can be manipulated through breeding - Highlights the importance of the interaction among crops, pathogens, and environmental elements - Provides the latest references and insights as a foundation for further research