This disease is spread by a fungus called Colletotrichum legendarium. This disease mostly damages melons, gourds and cucumbers. In this disease, spots appear on the veins of the leaves, which later become 1 cm in diameter. Their colour is brown and their shape is angular. The spots on the leaves of infested plants coalesce as they grow, resulting in the drying of the leaves. In favourable environments, these spots are also found on plants and other parts and fruits.
Control: As soon as symptoms appear spray, Bavistin (Carbendazim 50% WP) @ 120 gm/acre or Indofil Z 78 (Zineb 75% WP) @ 600- 800 gm per acre in 150-200 litres of water.
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