DISEASES, PESTS AND PHYSIOLOGICAL DISORDERS IN TOMATO (Solanum lycopersicum L.)

Abstract

The tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.) is essential for the economy and food in Brazil, but it faces several agronomic problems requiring efficient management. Thus, the objective of the present study was to carry out a bibliographic survey on the main phytosanitary and physiological problems that affect tomato crops, identifying their symptoms, signs and management strategies. Selected according to their severity and impact, the following agronomic problems were identified, categorized into their respective group: I- Diseases (fungal, bacterial, viral and nematodes): early blight, late blight, bacterial canker, bacterial wilt, golden mosaic, head turnover and nematode-root lesion; II- Pests (mites, insects and others): whitefly and tomato moth; III- Physiological disorders (nutritional, phytotoxicity and others): calcium, nitrogen, boron, copper, water stress and heat stress. The systematization of this knowledge allowed the understanding of the challenges faced in tomato production, but also contributes to the organization of the respective most effective control and management strategies. The efficient application of corrective measures is essential to avoid production losses and environmental impacts, highlighting the importance of technical knowledge in the search for sustainable and high-quality production.