Pectobacterium (=Erwinia) spp.

Bacterial Disease

Growth of the bacteria is possible between 0-32 D.C with the most ideal conditions between 21–26D.C Post-harvest storage and transportation is difficult for tropical and other warm environments when the air is not properly ventilated during these processes. Higher temperatures and high humidity are ideal growing conditions for the bacteria making ventilation a big priority when trying to combat this disease.