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PRO/PL> Bugtok disease, banana – Philippines: (ND)

Other Plant Disease -- PhilippinesAt least 5 per cent of banana plantations in Negros Occidental [Region VI, Western Visayas] has been affected by the "bugtok" disease. According to a provincial official, the disease was [being] monitored in the southern part of the province, as well as in towns in the north. Based on the latest mapping of the Office of the Provincial Agriculturist, around 12 hectares [29.7 acres] were initially affected, mostly backyards or small farms.Bugtok disease is caused by Read more [...]