Disease Resistance in Melon and Its Modification by Molecular Breeding Techniques

摘要

Many diseases can be observed on melons (Cucumis melo L.). The relative importance of these diseases varies according to the geographic locations, the type of culture (open field or protected) and the climatic conditions of the growing seasons. On a melon plant, it is quite common to observe four or five diseases, not including the pests, for instance, Fusarium wilt, powdery mildew and two or three viruses.