Abubakar Umar Gurama
Federal University Kashere, Nigeria.
Title: Management of Fusarium Wilt (Fusarium oxysporum f. Sp. Lycopersici) of Tomato with Organic Amendment
Biography
Biography: Abubakar Umar Gurama
Abstract
Tomato is an important fruit vegetable in Nigeria. Its production is affected by many diseases and Fusarium wilt is one of the most important. The disease is control by chemical application especially methyl bromide which is highly hazardous. Experiment was conducted to evaluate the effects of vermicompost and plant parts (cabbage, onion and garlic) in the management of Fusarium wilt of tomato. Results shows significant reduction in the incidence and severity of the disease on plants grown on organic amended soil compared to the control. Similarly, yield of tomato increased significantly with organic amendment compared to the control. Organic amendment could be use in an integrated disease management program for Fusarium wilt of tomato.