Crop Name: Potato

Disease Name : Bacterial Wilt (Jeevanu Jhoolsa)



  • This is a soil-borne bacterial disease caused by Ralstonia solanacearum. 
  • It thrives in hot and humid climates.
  • The disease appears from the flowering to tuber formation stage.
  • The infection spreads to the tubers, which may rot internally.
     
  • Use disease-resistant and improved seed varieties.
  • Uproot infected plants and ensure proper soil drainage to avoid water stagnation.