IDM approach for control of anthracnose in cowpea by Colletotrichum lindemuthianum

Abstract

Anthracnose is a severe disease occurring in Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) which hampers its productivity to a larger extent. Tests were conducted against the seed borne fungi by employing bio agents, botanicals and different antifungals for the integrated disease management (IDM). Carbendazim 12% + Mancozeb 63% (SAAF) @ 0.2% recorded the lowest average disease incidence as well as the highest percentage of increase of grain yield over control. Applications of Trichoderma and Ajwain, independently also gave better control and increased yield over control.