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The Coconut Foliar Decay Virus (CFDV) is a significant pathogen affecting coconut palms, leading to severe foliar decay and, ultimately, the death of the plant. This virus is transmitted by the planthopper Myndus taffini, which feeds on the sap of infected plants and spreads the virus to healthy ones. The disease manifests through yellowing and necrosis of the leaves, starting from the older fronds and progressing to the younger ones, severely impacting the palm's ability to photosynthesize and produce coconuts.
Management of CFDV involves the removal and destruction of infected palms to reduce the source of the virus, alongside controlling the vector population through insecticides or biological means. Research into resistant coconut varieties offers hope for long-term control of the disease. The economic impact of CFDV is profound, especially in regions where coconut cultivation is a major agricultural activity, affecting not only the farmers but also the industries reliant on coconut products.
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