Wheat Leaf Rust: Incidence, Impact, and Management in Ropar District

Author: Navjeet Kaur and Prof. (Dr.) H.K. Sidhu

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Abstract

The fungus Puccinia triticina is the cause of wheat leaf rust, a common and important disease for the wheat industry. Its persistence and spread in Punjab, especially in the Ropar district, are facilitated by traditional farming methods and favourable agro climatic conditions. The occurrence, severity, and control strategies of wheat leaf rust in Ropar during the Rabi season of 2023–2024 are assessed in this study. Lab diagnoses, farmer interviews, and field surveys were carried out. The results highlight the significance of integrated disease management strategies, which include timely fungicide applications, the use of resistant cultivars, and increased farmer awareness. The possible risks posed by changing pathogen races and climate change are also covered in this research.

Keywords

Puccinia triticina, wheat, leaf rust, Ropar, Punjab, India

Conclusion

Due in major part to the ongoing cultivation of vulnerable types, inappropriate fungicide application, and a lack of farmer education, wheat leaf rust continues to pose a danger in Ropar. However, with coordinated approaches, the illness is manageable.

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How to cite this article

Navjeet Kaur and Prof. (Dr.) H.K. Sidhu (2025). Wheat Leaf Rust: Incidence, Impact, and Management in Ropar District. Biological Forum, 17(11): 17-18.