Description:

• Damping off primarily occurs in chilli seedlings in the early stages.
• The disease is characterized by a high seedling mortality rate, mainly under densely sown nursery bed conditions.

Damage Symptoms:

• Water-soaked lesions develop at the base of the seedlings.
• Seedlings exhibit stunted or delayed growth.
• This infestation results in seedling drop.

Preventive Measures:

• Ensure soils are well-drained. Avoid waterlogging.

Control Measures:

• Drench beds with metalaxyl at 1 g/l.
• Treat seeds with captan at 2 g/kg before sowing.