Intensity of Anthracnose Disease (Colletotrichum capsici Sydow.) on Chilli Crop in Jaunpur District Region of Eastern U.P

Anthracnose, caused by Colletotrichum capsici, is one of the most destructive diseases of chilli which causes a chief hindrances in chilli production. Typical anthracnose symptoms on chilli fruit appear as sunken necrotic tissues with concentric rings of acervulii. To assess the incidence and severity of anthracnose disease on chilli crop, a survey was conducted in 5 chilli growing areas of Jaunpur district of Eastern Uttar Pradesh. During the survey it was observed that percentage of incidence was more in green fruit and leaves than older parts.