Foot rot of cereals
disease primarily affects the roots and lower stem of cereal plants, leading to rotting and ultimately compromising plant health and yield. Microdochium nivale [...] shrivelled grains with a chalky white or pink appearance, although this is not always the case. Life cycle and appearance of Foot rot of cereals Microdochium [...] These spores, known as conidia, are spread by wind, water, or human activity to susceptible plant tissues. Upon encountering favorable conditions, such as