Sri Lanka as an agricultural country needs to manage the seed-borne fungal pathogens that have caused infections and diseases that result in significant crop losses and a decline in yield and productivity. Therefore, it is imperative to apply pathogen management strategies that are environmentally friendly, and economically feasible such as plant extractions, to reduce seed-borne fungi and increase the quality of the seed. This study aimed to identify the antifungal efficacy of Onion, Aloe vera, Neem, and Ginger extracts and their effective concentrations in controlling seed-borne fungal pathogens. The ginger crude extract exhibited the highest antifungal activity against the tested pathogens which was as effective as Captan 50% (WP).

Hansini Navoda, Daranagama Dinushani Anupama

Studies in Fungi

Abstract:- https://www.maxapress.com//article/doi/10.48130/SIF-2022-0009