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Journal of Biodiversity, Bioprospecting and Development

Journal of Biodiversity, Bioprospecting and Development

ISSN: 2376-0214

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Curly Top Virus

Curly top Virus is a disease that affects many crops. This disease causes plants to become smaller in size, have wrinkeld petals and leaves, and are twisted and pulled out of shape. They are often caused by curtoviruses members of the virus family Geminiviridae.Curly top virus or beet curly top virus  as it is more formally known, is widespread throughout arid and semi-arid regions of the world.This disease is transmitted from infected to healthy plants by a small insect called the beet leafhopper.While the disease can occur in commercial fields, it is particularly troublesome in home garden situations.There are no chemicals available for controlling the virus, but several cultural practices can help reduce or eliminate infections.It is most noted for destruction of tomatoes, peppers, and sugar beets, but watermelon, beans, spinach, and squash are also susceptible as well as many weeds and ornamentals.

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