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Authors : R. S. Dhande, S. N. Patole and V. B. Bhagat

Page Nos : 60-62

Description :
A study was carried out to find out fungi associated with the spoilage of different fruits, grains and vegetables during their post harvest period. A total of twelve strains of fungi were isolated and identified as Botrytis cinerea, Uncinula Spp., Colletotricum Spp., Fusarium Spp., Aspergillus niger, Aspergillus flavus, Rhizopus Spp., Diplodia Spp., Tilletia Spp., Phytophthora infestans, Alternaria alternata and S. cerevisiae. These fungi are responsible for causing rottening of the fruits and gross loss of productivity. Key words: Fungi, Spoilage, Fruits, Grains, Vegetables

Date of Online: 30 Jan 2017