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Diseases of Fruits, Tubers, and Seeds Caused by Phoma sensu lato Species Complex

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Phoma: Diversity, Taxonomy, Bioactivities, and Nanotechnology

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Fruits, tubers, and seeds contribute to human health, and their production generates high income for countries. The quality of these foods deteriorates due to the attack of pathogens, such as Phoma spp. The impact of the Phoma sensu lato species complex on agricultural products is significant; the incidence of the disease can be greater than 50%. They can cause a yield loss of up to 25% in fruits; moreover, infected seeds can be vehicles of the pathogen to the seedlings. Indeed, to avoid severe economic damage, the governments of different countries have quarantined or regulated the most aggressive Phoma species. Furthermore, some species of Phoma produce mycotoxins; therefore, food safety protocols must be followed. The chapter focuses on different diseases caused by the Phoma sensu lato species complex in fruits, seeds, and tubers. Moreover, it discusses general disease management strategies.

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Avila-Quezada, G.D., Rai, M. (2022). Diseases of Fruits, Tubers, and Seeds Caused by Phoma sensu lato Species Complex. In: Rai, M., Zimowska, B., Kövics, G.J. (eds) Phoma: Diversity, Taxonomy, Bioactivities, and Nanotechnology. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-81218-8_4

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