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This disease is caused by fungi Botryodiplodia theobromae
Symptoms:
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The infection starts as a brownish discoloration mostly at the stem end and it gradually proceeds downwards in an irregular wavy manner. Finally the whole fruit may get involved.
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The decay takes the form of a soft, watery break down, resulting from infection via wound or through the stem end.
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In advanced cases, numerous small pycnidia are produced over the entire surface of the fruit
Management:
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Ensure careful handling in order to reduce the incidence of wounding. Proper Bagging of fruits is recommended.
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Spray carbendazium 2gms. per liter at fruit set and after bagging
