Biological characteristics of viruses that infect sugar beet

Abstract

One of the causes of reduction in sugar beet production inUkraineis viral disease extension.

Aim. Classification of available data on biological features of viruses affecting sugar beet.

Methods. Analysis of recent literature on 12 agents of viral diseases belonging to 11 genera and 9 families.

Results and Discussion. Literature sources on viruses have been analyzed.

Conclusions. A thorough diagnostics of viruses in beet plants, weeds and soil is necessary to determine rates of viral disease extension in sugar beet and to develop protective measures.