Development and testing of disease forecasting models and development of pest alert systems
Name of PI with associates
Dr. S. D. Sawant, Pr. Scientist (Plant Pathology)
Dr. Indu S. Sawant, Principal Scientist (Plant Pathology)
Mrs. Kavita Y. Mundankar, Scientist SS (Computer Applications)
Dr. J Sharma Sr. Scientist (Soil Science)
Objectives:
To Develop weather data based disease forecasting model for downy mildew, and anthracnose which can be used using weather data recorded on any weather station.
To develop expert system to generate location specific disease management advisory for downy mildew, powdery mildew and anthracnose in grapes.
Duration:
2007 to 2012
Highlights:
Forecasting model for downy mildew has been prepared, and is being tested.
Total outlay: Rs. 27.75 lakhs