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Trees are subject to attack by a variety of pathogens or diseases. These diseases are usually caused by fungus or bacteria, but can also be caused by viruses and other organism. Forest Pathology is the branch of Botanical Science that deals with diseases of forest tress for the purpose of preventing/ controlling such diseases.

This book entitled “Forest Pathology” includes large variety of topics over in 21 chapters including Introduction, Fungi, Non-infectious diseases, Seedling, Root, Foliage and Stem diseases. The Rots, Deterioration of Dead Timber and Forest Products and Principles of Forest diseases control measures are also incorporated in the book. Appendix and Index have also been appended at the end of the book. This is a valuable source book for students, teachers, researchers, plant pathologists, horticulturists, nursery managers and forest professionals. It is also an excellent teaching resource for courses in forest pathology, entomology and shade tree pathology.