Mustard (Brassica spp.) is a nutritionally and economically important crucial oilseed and vegetable crop that is grown all over the world. However, the production of mustard is greatly impacted by viral infections, which result in lower quality and also yield losses. The main viral infections that harm mustard are thoroughly examined in this paper, along with their epidemiology, management approaches, and modes of transmission. Viruses most commonly spread by aphids, beetles, and mechanical means. Plant growth and seed development are hampered by symptoms such mosaic patterns, chlorosis, vein clearing, leaf deformation, and stunting. Agronomic techniques, vector dynamics, and environmental factors all severely affect and spread of these viral infections. Cultural control methods, vector control, resistant cultivars, and molecular breeding techniques like CRISPR-Cas gene editing and RNA interference (RNAi) are examples of management strategies. Recent developments in molecular diagnostics, such as PCR and serological methods, have enhanced disease surveillance and early detection. The significance of integrated disease management (IDM) strategies which incorporate many approaches for the long term control of viral infection. Developing long lasting remedies to mitigate the effects of viral infections on mustard crops requires a deeper understanding of host-virus interactions and resistance mechanisms

Mustard, viral disease, Turnip Mosaic Virus, Cauliflower Mosaic Virus, Disease Management, Molecular Diagnostics

The sustainable production of mustard, a vital oilseed crop within the Brassica genus, is increasingly threatened by a range of viral pathogens that compromise both yield and quality (Sharma et al., 2021). Despite advancements in molecular diagnostics and biotechnological interventions, viral infections-particularly those caused by TuMV, CaMV, and TuYV continue to pose a formidable challenge due to their rapid mutation rates and diverse transmission mechanisms. The vector-mediated transmission and the quick evolution of virus strains provide significant obstacles to disease control (Kaur & Sandhu 2019). The reliance on chemical control and vector management, though partly effective, calls for more sustainable and integrated approaches. Further research into virus-host interactions, vector ecology, and the influence of environmental variables is essential to develop resilient mustard cultivars and sustainable disease management systems. Ultimately, enhancing our understanding of viral pathogenesis and deploying innovative technologies will be key to securing the future of mustard cultivation globally. This review comprehensively highlights the various viral pathogens affecting mustard (Brassica spp.), elucidating their symptomatology, modes of transmission, and current management strategies. Our analysis emphasizes the urgent need for early detection tools, host resistance breeding. The role of environmental factors, particularly climate change, in influencing disease dynamics also emerged as a crucial consideration for future disease forecasting and management strategies

Divya and Deepa Srivastava (2025). Viral Diseases in Mustard (Brassica spp.): A Comprehensive Review of Pathogens, Symptoms, and Management Strategies. Biological Forum, 17(5): 17-21