MODERN STRATEGIES FOR CONTROLLING FUNGAL DISEASES IN UZBEKISTAN AGRICULTURE CURRENT STATE AND FUTURE OUT-LOOK
Zuparov Mirakbar Abzalovich
Professor, Tashkent State Ararian University, Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Abstract
Agriculture accounts for approximately 25-28% of Uzbekistan's GDP, yet fungal pathogens cause annual yield losses ranging from 15% to 40% depending on the crop and region. This article analyzes the current state of disease control, where over 300 types of fungicides are registered for use. Current data shows a strategic shift: while chemical treatments still cover 70% of affected areas, the application of biological control agents (e.g., Trichoderma) has increased by 12% in the last three years. The study highlights that integrated pest management (IPM) efficiency in wheat and cotton clusters has reached 82-85%, though climate-driven shifts in pathogen virulence remain a critical challenge for food security.
Keywords: Agriculture Fungal Pathogens Integrated Pest Management Biological Control Fusarium Wilt Fungicide Efficacy Wheat Rust Climate Change Adaptation Bio-Fungicides
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EPRA International Journal of Agriculture and Rural Economic Research (ARER)
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Published on : 2026-03-10
| Vol | : | 14 |
| Issue | : | 3 |
| Month | : | March |
| Year | : | 2026 |