Causal Agent:
Abiotic
| Characteristic Symptoms: | |
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The side of melon fruits facing the sun appear to have patches with yellowish or whitish color. |
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The patches turn leathery and dry out and may become infected with secondary infections in the wounded tissue. |
| Conditions for Disease Development | |
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Sunscad is prevalent during hot and dry weather condition. |
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It is most common on green fruits
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| Management and Control: | |
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Cover exposed fruits with rice straws or shade plants.
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Minimize pruning. |
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Control foliar diseases so as not to expose the fruits to the sun.
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