The mycopopulation of radish seeds

Abstract

Seeds are an important source of primary inoculum for the development of many diseases. Due to the very short vegetation period, controlling the causative agent of the disease on the radish is very difficult. Considering this fact, it is necessary to provide sufficient quantities of seeds of adequate quality and health. The aim of this study was to determine the mycopopulation of radish seeds during different years of production. Seeds used for testing were collected during the period between 2017-2021 from different varieties and localities. After conducting the study, the infection index ranged from 1 to 7%. Fungi of the following genus are represented on the seed in different intensities: Alternaria spp., Fusarium spp., Penicillium spp., Rhizopus spp. and the species Aspergillus niger.