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Symptoms and Control measures.

Graywall (Blotchy Ripening)


Graywall (Blotchy Ripening) : Outward symptoms show up as grayish appearance caused by partial collapse of the wall tissue; hence the term graywall. It typically develops on green fruit prior to harvest but can develop later. Fruits affected are typically not marketable due to blotchy appearance as fruit ripens. Cause is not completely understood. There are variety differences in susceptibility. Graywall is more of a problem during cool and short days

Control: Adequate K may reduce the problem.

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