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Tapping Panel Dryness

Is there any biotic cause for TPD?

Biotic cause for the development of TPD is not evidenced so far. More investigations are in progress to find out if any biotic agents are involved with this disorder.

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What is the difference between bark rot and brown bast?
Why high yielding clones are more susceptible to TPD?
Does TPD spread through the tapping knife?
What is the present status in research regarding the causative factor of TPD?
What is the role of ethylene in TPD ?
How does the stress factor affect the incidence and intensity of the occurrence of TPD?
Does application of inorganic fertilizers, especially overdoses, result in the occurrence of TPD?
Does the application of organic manure including cow dung reduce the TPD incidence?
Is TPD in any way related to excess Potash content in the soil?
Is there any influence on occurrence of TPD in waterlogged plantations and in similar situations where water table is very high?
What is the reason for occurrence of TPD even in untapped trees?
When one panel is affected with TPD can we tap the opposite panel without rest?
If both the panels are affected can we adopt high-level tapping?
Is it advisable to retain the TPD trees in the field or should they be removed?
What are the major precautions to be taken to avoid TPD occurrence in a plantation?
Is there any chemical/auyrvedic treatment effective for the remission of TPD symptoms?
Is debarking recommended?
How can the dried up bark tissues in a TPD affected tree be removed and how should the cleaned portion be taken care of?

Parasitic and Non-Parasitic Maladies

Phanerogamic Parasites