Cercospora Leaf Spot

Capsicum

Name: Cercospora Leaf Spot

Scientific Name: Cercospora capsici

Crop: Capsicum

Description:
  • Warm and humid conditions are favourable for the occurrence of this disease.
Damage Symptoms:
  • Small circular spots with a grey centre surrounded by brown margins appear on the leaves.
  • Spots may coalesce into larger lesions.
  • Leaves turn yellow and drop prematurely.
  • Irregular spots also occur on petioles, stems, and fruits.
  • In severe infections, yield and fruit quality are affected.
Preventive Measures:
  • Practice crop rotation.
  • Maintain proper drainage in the field.
Control Measures:
  • Apply Mancozeb at 0.25% and Carbendazim at 0.05%.