Powdery Mildew
Powdery Mildew (Leveillula taurica): The disease occurs severely during dry seasons. A white powdery coating of the fungal growth appears on the leaf surface. Infected leaves may be dwarfed, stiff, and narrow. The fungus progressively attacks new leaves, spreading over leaf stems, twigs, and even the fruit. Terminal growth of the affected shoot is stunted or killed. The fruit yield is reduced and the affected fruit are smaller in size.
Control: Spraying with Karathane (0.1%) or Wettable Sulphur (3 g/ litre of water) twice at an interval of 10 days helps to control the disease.
