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    Development of a hot pepper root rot and wilt disease management strategy through genetic resistance, chemical application and proper choice of rotational crops
    (RUFORUM, 2010-09-24) Tusiime, G.; Tukamuhabwa, P.; Nkalubo, S.; Awori, E.; Tumwekwase, S.
    This study seeks to contribute to increased productivity of hot pepper (Capsicum chinense) by incorporating an integrated pest management (IPM) package for root rot/wilt disease (Phytophthora capsici). Pathogen host diversity will be determined to guide the use of crop rotation in managing the disease. Oomycete fungicides will be screened for effectiveness in managing P. capsici. Additionally, resistance introgression will be carried out with resistant donors. The contribution of the Phyto 5.2 QTL disease resistance will also be determined in order to assess its usability in resistance breeding. The study will be carried out in collaboration with pepper farmers in Kasese, Uganda