Crop Name: Mustard

Disease Name : Blight



  • This disease is caused by the fungi Alternaria brassicae and Alternaria brassicicola.
  • Small circular spots appear on the lower leaves.
  • Several spots merge to form larger patches.
  • The leaves turn yellow, begin to dry, and fall off prematurely.
  • Sow the crop early.
  • Remove weeds from the field on time.
  • Use disease-free and certified seeds.
  • Follow crop rotation; avoid growing mustard or other oilseed crops continuously in the same field.