Pathogens and Disease Management of Horticultural Crops

Dear Colleagues,

The management of pathogens and diseases in horticultural crops is a crucial aspect of modern agriculture. Pathogens are microorganisms that cause plant diseases, such as bacteria, fungi, viruses, and nematodes. Disease management can be achieved through various measures, including control strategies, disease monitoring and diagnostic techniques, and biological control methods. Among these, disease monitoring and diagnostic techniques are essential for the timely detection and accurate identification of pathogens. This Special Issue of Plants will cover traditional disease identification methods as well as modern molecular biology techniques, with a focus on the importance of pathogens and disease management in horticultural crops. It will provide a comprehensive guide to the application of a range of disease management strategies and technologies, aiming to enhance crop resistance and ensure the sustainability of agricultural production.

Dr. Xiaosan Huang
Guest Editor

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• pathogens
• diseases
• horticultural crops
• microorganisms
• viruses
• biological control