Studies on Turcicum Leaf Blight of Maize

Presented book is an overview of Turcicum Leaf Blight of Maize (also known as Northern Corn Leaf Blight) caused by the fungi Exserohilum turcicum. It is a major constraint to maize production in many maize growing regions worldwide with a growing season characterized by high humidity and moderate temperatures (17 to 27°C). Yield losses as high as 70% have been attributed to Turcicum leaf blight. The book gives an insight into the ecology and biology of the fungus. I believe the book will be of great value to the advance students and to expertise in classical biochemical and molecular plant pathology as well as to the readers interested in plant-fungi interaction.