Advances in the Pathogenesis and Prevention of Apple Ring Rot
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Apple ring rot disease severely restricts the development of the apple industry by impacting yield and quality. The primary pathogen, Botryosphaeria dothidea (Moug.) Ces. & De Not., causes widespread disease occurrence in major apple-producing regions. This paper describes disease symptoms, analyzes pathogenic and resistance mechanisms, and reviews prevention strategies. It identifies gaps in the current research and outlines future directions to support effective disease control and enable sustainable industry development.
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