In tropical fruit crops, anthracnose is mainly caused by species belonging to the fungal
genus, Colletotrichum. These phytopathogens can infect several parts of the fruit crops; …

Mango anthracnose disease (MAD) is a destructive disease of mangoes, with estimated
yield losses of up to 100% in unmanaged plantations. Several strains that constitute …

The taxonomy of the genus Colletotrichum has undergone tremendous changes over the
last decade, with over 200 species being currently recognised and species complexes being …

The taxonomy of Colletotrichum has undergone profound changes over the past decade,
with ca. 340 species now recognised, and grouped into 20 species complexes (16 …

Apple bitter rot caused by Colletotrichum species is a growing problem worldwide.
Colletotrichum spp. are economically important but taxonomically un-resolved. Identification …

Colletotrichum is among the most important genera of fungal plant pathogens. Molecular
phylogenetic studies over the last decade have resulted in a much better understanding of …

Mango anthracnose, caused by Colletotrichum spp., is the most significant disease of
mango (Mangifera indica L.) in almost all production areas around the world. In Mexico …

The world population growth has raised concerns about food security. Agricultural systems
are asked to satisfy a growing demand for food with increasingly limited resources, and …

Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. cubense (Foc) is considered one of the most devastating
soilborne fungal pathogens of banana worldwide. Foc causing mortality to Cavendish group …

Avocado (Persea americana) and papaya (Carica papaya) are tropical fruits with high
international demand. However, these commercially important crops are affected by the …