A good understanding of the growing requirements of plants and selecting the right species for the conditions of the site can help prevent problems with abiotic stresses. Unfortunately, weather extremes cannot be controlled and are common. 

To diagnose abiotic disease problems, it is important to evaluate the characteristics of the site, past weather conditions, and the care practices of the owner. In some cases, more than one abiotic factor may contribute to the poor health of a plant.

At the completion of the course the students will be able to:

Learn about different abiotic factors.

How abiotic factors affect the plants.

Learn about different common disorders produced due to abiotic factors.  

Books:

1. Agrios. G.N. 2005. Plant Pathology. 5th Ed. Academic Press N.Y. USA.
2. Bergstron, L. and H. Kirchmann. 1998. Carbon and nutrient dynamics in natural and agricultural tropical ecosystem. CAB Inc. UK.
3. Haard, N.F. and D.K. Salunkle. 1980. Symptoms on post-harvest biology and handling of fruits and vegetables. The AUI Publishing Co. Inc. West Post Connecticent, USA.
4. Hill, M.K. 2004. Understanding Environmental Pollution, 2nd Ed., Cambridge Press, UK.
5. Shurtleff, M.C. and C.W. Averre. 1997. The Plant Disease Clinic and Field Diagnosis of Abiotic Diseases. American Phytopathological Society Press, St. Paul, Minnesota, USA.
6. Tandov, H.L.S and R.N. Roy. 2004. Integrated Nutrient Management. A Glossary of Terms. FAO, UN, Rome.